US Bridges

Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek

Fair

Morgan County, Tennessee · NE of SR62-E of Wartburg · Structure no. 65012340001

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,309
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek in Morgan County, Tennessee. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,309 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,104 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1234 (sa 6509)
CrossesWinchester Creek
LocationNE of SR62-E of Wartburg
RouteCounty Highway 1234
CountyMorgan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.11799, -84.53948
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,309 (2021)
Projected traffic3,104 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek carry?

About 2,309 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Nfa 1234 (sa 6509) over Winchester Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.