US Bridges

Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek

Good

Perry County, Tennessee · 14 M. Nw. Flatwoods. · Structure no. 68017750001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
291
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek in Perry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 291 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 352 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesNfa 1775 (sa 6801)
CrossesSwindle Creek
Location14 M. Nw. Flatwoods.
RouteCounty Highway 1775
Coordinates35.53822, -87.95004
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic291 (2021)
Projected traffic352 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$283,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek carry?

About 291 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Nfa 1775 (sa 6801) over Swindle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.