US Bridges

Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch

Good

Bradley County, Tennessee · 3MI North of US64 · Structure no. 06S44320003

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,128
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 2,128 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,280 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesNfa 1154 (sa 0616)
CrossesClimer Branch
Location3MI North of US64
RouteCounty Highway 1154
CountyBradley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.17462, -84.72704
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,128 (2021)
Projected traffic3,280 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch carry?

About 2,128 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Nfa 1154 (sa 0616) over Climer Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.