US Bridges

I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · Near SR-46 · Structure no. 94SR8400095

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
492 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,335
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 25,335 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,048 by 2041. The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesI 840
CrossesTributary to S Harpeth C
LocationNear SR-46
RouteInterstate 840
Coordinates35.90133, -87.144
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length492 ft (150 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,335 (2021)
Projected traffic34,048 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C carry?

About 25,335 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C?

The structure is 492 ft (150 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I 840 over Tributary to S Harpeth C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.