US Bridges

Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek

Fair

Union County, Tennessee · Just SE of Paulette · Structure no. 87024640001

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
773
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek in Union County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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 773 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,312 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2464 (sa 8706)
CrossesRaccoon Creek
LocationJust SE of Paulette
RouteCounty Highway 2464
CountyUnion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18642, -83.88578
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic773 (2021)
Projected traffic1,312 by 2040
Trucks3%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek carry?

About 773 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns Nfa 2464 (sa 8706) over Raccoon Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.