Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek
GoodWeakley County, Tennessee · 2.5 MI W of Carroll CO · Structure no. 92015970001
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 273
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 273 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 432 by 2040. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek carry?
About 273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek?
The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1597 (sa 9206) over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.