US Bridges

Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek

Fair

Scott County, Tennessee · N of US27 at Morgan CO Li · Structure no. 76023960001

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
292
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek in Scott County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 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 292 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2396 (sa 7601)
CrossesBlack Wolf Creek
LocationN of US27 at Morgan CO Li
RouteCounty Highway 2396
CountyScott County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.31804, -84.63322
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic292 (2021)
Projected traffic480 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$409,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek carry?

About 292 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Nfa 2396 (sa 7601) over Black Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.