Nfa A257 over Branch
GoodWashington County, Tennessee · Very NW Corner of Co. · Structure no. 900A1810003
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 620
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A257 over Branch is a concrete slab carrying Nfa A257 over Branch in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 620 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 992 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A257 over Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A257 over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa A257 over Branch carry?
About 620 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A257 over Branch?
The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A257 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.