Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek
FairKnox County, Tennessee · N Off US70-W of Lovell RD · Structure no. 470B8290001
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa B829 over 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 B829 over Turkey Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Nfa B829 over Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.