Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek
GoodCrockett County, Tennessee · 1 MI N of SR152 · Structure no. 17015780003
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 76 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 99 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 158 by 2042. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson 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 Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek carry?
About 99 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1578 (sa 1714) over Epperson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.