US Bridges

Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek

Fair

Cumberland County, Tennessee · 3 MI from SR28 · Structure no. 18012010001

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,122
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,122 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,395 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1201 (sa 1804)
CrossesLick Creek
Location3 MI from SR28
RouteCounty Highway 1201
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.82123, -85.03715
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,122 (2021)
Projected traffic3,395 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek carry?

About 2,122 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Nfa 1201 (sa 1804) over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.