US Bridges

Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River

FairPosted for load

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 2.3 MI SE JCT SR1&SR102 · Structure no. 75F00090001

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
370 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,377
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 6,377 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,203 by 2042. The structure is 370 ft (112.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesNfa 1055 (sa 7525)
CrossesWest Fork Stones River
Location2.3 MI SE JCT SR1&SR102
RouteCounty Highway 1055
Coordinates35.93998, -86.4647
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length370 ft (112.8 m)
Longest span170 ft (51.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,377 (2021)
Projected traffic10,203 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River carry?

About 6,377 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River?

The structure is 370 ft (112.8 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1055 (sa 7525) over West Fork Stones River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.