US Bridges

Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch

Fair

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.1 MI East of SR 266 · Structure no. 95020360007

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
335
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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.

It carries about 335 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 528 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2036 (sa 9512)
CrossesBranch
Location1.1 MI East of SR 266
RouteCounty Highway 2036
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.05492, -86.22325
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic335 (2021)
Projected traffic528 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$83,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch 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 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch carry?

About 335 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2036 (sa 9512) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.