US Bridges

Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek

Fair

Campbell County, Tennessee · 4.2 M NE of SR9-175 JCT · Structure no. 07S24481001

Built
1922
103 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,904
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek in Campbell County, Tennessee. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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 3,904 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,246 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1278 (sa 0705)
CrossesCuckle Creek
Location4.2 M NE of SR9-175 JCT
RouteCounty Highway 1278
CountyCampbell County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.32746, -84.14639
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionApril 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating28.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,904 (2021)
Projected traffic6,246 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$142,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek carry?

About 3,904 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1278 (sa 0705) over Cuckle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.