SR 78 over Branch
GoodLake County, Tennessee · SR22/SR78 Jct. · Structure no. 48SR0220007
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,090
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 78 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 78 over Branch in Lake County, Tennessee. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 1,090 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,168 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 231 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 78 over Branch built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 78 over Branch 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 SR 78 over Branch carry?
About 1,090 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 78 over Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 231 ft wide.
Who owns SR 78 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.