US Bridges

Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma)

FairPosted for load

Cumberland County, Tennessee · 4MI West of Morgan Co. · Structure no. 180A1530001

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2020 count
Owner
State
State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma) is a steel culvert carrying Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma) in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 40 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa A153
CrossesOtter Creek (cwma)
Location4MI West of Morgan Co.
RouteCounty Highway 153
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.05457, -84.85585
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2020)
Projected traffic40 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$268,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma) built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma) 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma) carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma)?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa A153 over Otter Creek (cwma)?

It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.