US Bridges

FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek

Fair

Anderson County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.N.Clinton City Limit · Structure no. 01SR0090009

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,157
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek in Anderson 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 6 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 6,157 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,592 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 9
CrossesBlowing Springs Creek
Location2 Mi.N.Clinton City Limit
RouteU.S. Route 25
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.14017, -84.15365
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,157 (2021)
Projected traffic10,592 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek built?

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

What condition is FAS 9 over Blowing Springs 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek carry?

About 6,157 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns FAS 9 over Blowing Springs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.