US Bridges

Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch

FairPosted for load

Smith County, Tennessee · 4.3 MI NE JCT SR 80 &SR85 · Structure no. 80020820007

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
242
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch in Smith County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 242 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 352 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2082 (sa 8018)
CrossesBranch
Location4.3 MI NE JCT SR 80 &SR85
RouteCounty Highway 2082
CountySmith County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.37928, -85.94814
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating5.4 US tons
Inventory rating4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic242 (2021)
Projected traffic352 by 2041
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$191,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch carry?

About 242 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2082 (sa 8018) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.