Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek
GoodBlount County, Tennessee · 0.2 Miles from NPS Route · Structure no. 5460185P0000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,439
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek is a steel culvert carrying Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 2,439 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,927 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek carry?
About 2,439 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Cades Cove Campgro over Abrams Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.