US Bridges

Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Forest Hill-Irene Rd-Shel · Structure no. 79014550001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
250 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,345
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 18,345 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,864 by 2041. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesNfa 1455 (sa 7904)
CrossesNonconnah Creek
LocationForest Hill-Irene Rd-Shel
RouteCounty Highway 1455
Coordinates35.03286, -89.75967
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width108 ft (32.9 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,345 (2021)
Projected traffic14,864 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek carry?

About 18,345 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1455 (sa 7904) over Nonconnah Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.