Nfa A657 over Ball Creek
FairJefferson County, Tennessee · S of SR363 near Cocke CO · Structure no. 450A6570001
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 240
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A657 over Ball Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nfa A657 over Ball Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 6 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 240 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 384 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A657 over Ball Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A657 over Ball 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 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A657 over Ball Creek carry?
About 240 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A657 over Ball Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Nfa A657 over Ball Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.