US Bridges

Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch

Good

Tipton County, Tennessee · 4 MI NE of Brighton · Structure no. 84014730005

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,229
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,229 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,190 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1473 (sa 8419)
CrossesBranch
Location4 MI NE of Brighton
RouteCounty Highway 1473
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.49143, -89.6839
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,229 (2021)
Projected traffic3,190 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch carry?

About 2,229 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1473 (sa 8419) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.