Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch
PoorPosted for loadWhite County, Tennessee · 5MI North of Van Buren CO · Structure no. 93S42510007
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 533
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch in White County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 533 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 702 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch carry?
About 533 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.