US Bridges

Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek

Good

Tipton County, Tennessee · 2.4 MI W of SR3 · Structure no. 84014720003

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,021
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek in Tipton 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 2,021 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,115 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesNfa 1472 (sa 8403)
CrossesNorth Fork Creek
Location2.4 MI W of SR3
RouteCounty Highway 1472
Coordinates35.40261, -89.89044
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,021 (2021)
Projected traffic3,115 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 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 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek built?

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

What condition is Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek carry?

About 2,021 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1472 (sa 8403) over North Fork Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.