US Bridges

Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp)

FairPosted for load

Wilson County, Tennessee · In Cedars of Lebanon SP · Structure no. 95020170003

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
61 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
109
2021 count
Owner
State
State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp) in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 109 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2040. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesNfa 2017 (sa 9509)
CrossesHurricane Cr. (colsp)
LocationIn Cedars of Lebanon SP
RouteCounty Highway 2017
Coordinates36.07091, -86.3027
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating17.9 US tons
Inventory rating13.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width13 ft (3.9 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic109 (2021)
Projected traffic240 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$731,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp) built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp) carry?

About 109 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp)?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2017 (sa 9509) over Hurricane Cr. (colsp)?

It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.