US Bridges

Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · Sun Dr.Near Waldron Rd. · Structure no. 750A7340001

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,990
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,990 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,984 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesNfa A734
CrossesE Branch Hurricane Creek
LocationSun Dr.Near Waldron Rd.
RouteCity Street 0A734
Coordinates36.00025, -86.59534
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,990 (2020)
Projected traffic15,984 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek carry?

About 9,990 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa A734 over E Branch Hurricane Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.