US Bridges

FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek

Fair

Blount County, Tennessee · SE of SR336 · Structure no. 05SR0330001

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,165
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 18,165 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,638 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 33
CrossesLittle Baker Creek
LocationSE of SR336
RouteU.S. Route 411
CountyBlount County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.66242, -84.10748
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,165 (2021)
Projected traffic26,638 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$613,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 33 over Little Baker 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek carry?

About 18,165 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns FAP 33 over Little Baker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.