Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch
FairPosted for loadMorgan County, Tennessee · Frozen Head State Park · Structure no. 650A2630001
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch in Morgan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 90 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A263 (sa 6509) over Judge Branch?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency and maintained by the State Highway Agency.