Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek
FairRutherford County, Tennessee · On Firestone Parkway · Structure no. 750A6100003
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,315
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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.
It carries about 9,315 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,904 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek carry?
About 9,315 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nfa B438 over E Branch Hurricane Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.