US Bridges

Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek

FairPosted for load

Warren County, Tennessee · 3 MI North of SR 1 · Structure no. 89S42590001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
158 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,980
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,980 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,315 by 2042. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1123 (sa 8911)
CrossesCharles Creek
Location3 MI North of SR 1
RouteCounty Highway 1123
CountyWarren County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.73147, -85.81378
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,980 (2021)
Projected traffic3,315 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek carry?

About 1,980 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1123 (sa 8911) over Charles Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.