US Bridges

FAP 73 over Floyd Creek

Good

Blount County, Tennessee · Near Loudon-Blount Co.Ln. · Structure no. 05SR0730001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,626
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 73 over Floyd Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 73 over Floyd Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,626 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,774 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFAP 73
CrossesFloyd Creek
LocationNear Loudon-Blount Co.Ln.
RouteU.S. Route 321
Coordinates35.73822, -84.165
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,626 (2021)
Projected traffic18,774 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$445,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 73 over Floyd Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 73 over Floyd Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 73 over Floyd Creek carry?

About 12,626 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 73 over Floyd Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 73 over Floyd Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.