US Bridges

FAP 73 over Pistol Creek

Good

Blount County, Tennessee · In Maryville · Structure no. 05SR0730033

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,405
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 73 over Pistol Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 73 over Pistol Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 24,405 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,323 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 73
CrossesPistol Creek
LocationIn Maryville
RouteState Highway 73
Coordinates35.75253, -83.97047
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,405 (2021)
Projected traffic36,323 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$692,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 73 over Pistol Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 73 over Pistol 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 Pistol Creek carry?

About 24,405 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 73 over Pistol Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 73 over Pistol Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.