US Bridges

Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · 3.8 MI SE JCT SR11&SR253 · Structure no. 94S61820003

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,847
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 7,847 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,624 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesNfa 984 (sa 9434)
CrossesBranch
Location3.8 MI SE JCT SR11&SR253
RouteCounty Highway 984
Coordinates35.9397, -86.67999
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,847 (2021)
Projected traffic4,624 by 2041
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 984 (sa 9434) over Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 984 (sa 9434) 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch carry?

About 7,847 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Nfa 984 (sa 9434) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.