US Bridges

Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · Oakland DR in Lebanon · Structure no. 950A9740001

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,018
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 9,018 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,928 by 2041. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesNfa 0A974
CrossesSinking Creek
LocationOakland DR in Lebanon
RouteCity Street 3338
Coordinates36.21725, -86.3005
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,018 (2021)
Projected traffic14,928 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$346,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek carry?

About 9,018 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 0A974 over Sinking Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.