US Bridges

Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · 1.5 MI W of Brighton · Structure no. 840A2100001

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
79 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,570
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,570 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,512 by 2042. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa A210 (sa 8409)
CrossesCane Branch
Location1.5 MI W of Brighton
RouteCounty Highway 210
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.48961, -89.77838
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,570 (2020)
Projected traffic2,512 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch carry?

About 1,570 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa A210 (sa 8409) over Cane Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.