Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch
PoorTipton County, Tennessee · 0.1 MI E of SR59 · Structure no. 840A1210001
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 990
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, temporary structure in place while original is closed.
It carries about 990 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,584 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch carry?
About 990 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A121 (sa 8425) over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.