FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek
FairAnderson County, Tennessee · 2.13 Mi.W.Of Union Co. · Structure no. 01SR0610021
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 980
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 980 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,744 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 61 over Buffalo 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 980 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns FAS 61 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.