US Bridges

Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek

Fair

Knox County, Tennessee · N of US70 in Farragut · Structure no. 47012770001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,011
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 29,011 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,552 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNfa 1277 (sa 4709)
CrossesNorth Fork Turkey Creek
LocationN of US70 in Farragut
RouteCity Street 1277
Coordinates35.88398, -84.16213
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,011 (2021)
Projected traffic33,552 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey 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 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek carry?

About 29,011 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Nfa 1277 (sa 4709) over North Fork Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.