US Bridges

Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek

Fair

Sullivan County, Tennessee · SW of SR75-SR126 JCT · Structure no. 82S25120009

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
965
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 965 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,797 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1375 (sa 8214)
CrossesBooher Creek
LocationSW of SR75-SR126 JCT
RouteCounty Highway 1375
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.51623, -82.35367
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic965 (2021)
Projected traffic1,797 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$220,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek carry?

About 965 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Nfa 1375 (sa 8214) over Booher Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.