FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

NFA 961 (SA 4109)

Carrying NFA 961 (SA 4109) over BIRD CREEK

1.1 M SOUTH OF NUNNELLY, Hickman, Tennessee

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
32 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: NFA 961 (SA 4109)

The NFA 961 (SA 4109) bridge in Hickman, Tennessee carries NFA 961 (SA 4109) over BIRD CREEK. It was built in 1930, making it 96 years old today. The structure is built primarily of concrete continuous and spans 4 sections, stretching 25.0 meters (82 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 252 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Tennessee bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show culvert at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 32.4 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How NFA 961 (SA 4109) compares

▲ 2.9
Load rating vs Tennessee average (29.5 t)
Bottom 39%
Lower load rating than 61% of Tennessee bridges
332
Bridges in Hickman · 17 in Poor condition
NFA 961 (SA 4109) 32.4 t
Tennessee average 29.5 t

Live comparison across Tennessee.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
48.8 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
7.0
Essentiality /15
14.8
Special reductions
−3.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Culvert
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
32.4 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1930
Material
Concrete Continuous
Number of Spans
4
Structure Length
25.0 m (82 ft)
Deck Width
6.6 m (22 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
252 vehicles/day
Structure Number
41F04700003

How to read this record

NFA 961 (SA 4109) is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare NFA 961 (SA 4109) against other structures in Hickman and across Tennessee. Tennessee bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for NFA 961 (SA 4109)?

NFA 961 (SA 4109) in Hickman, Tennessee on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is NFA 961 (SA 4109) inspected?

NFA 961 (SA 4109)'s responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 252 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. NFA 961 (SA 4109) is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for NFA 961 (SA 4109)?

NFA 961 (SA 4109) has an NBI inventory load rating of 32.4 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining NFA 961 (SA 4109)?

NFA 961 (SA 4109) is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is NFA 961 (SA 4109) and does age affect safety?

NFA 961 (SA 4109) was built in 1930, making it 96 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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