US Bridges

Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek

Poor

Union County, Tennessee · Just E Off SR144 · Structure no. 870A1520003

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek in Union County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 4 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.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa A152 (sa 8705)
CrossesN. Fk Bull Run Creek
LocationJust E Off SR144
RouteCounty Highway 152
CountyUnion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20075, -83.82968
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.7 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2020)
Projected traffic80 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$265,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Nfa A152 (sa 8705) over N. Fk Bull Run Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.