Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek
GoodKnox County, Tennessee · Washington Pk-N of City · Structure no. 47S24120003
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,162
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,162 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,416 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek carry?
About 8,162 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1289 (sa 4722) over Murphy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.