US Bridges

FAP 115 over Culton Creek

Good

Blount County, Tennessee · 1.8 MI N of Alcoa · Structure no. 05SR1150007

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,805
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 115 over Culton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 115 over Culton Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 33,805 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,602 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFAP 115
CrossesCulton Creek
Location1.8 MI N of Alcoa
RouteU.S. Route 129
Coordinates35.77963, -83.98998
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 rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,805 (2021)
Projected traffic59,602 by 2042
Trucks9%
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$598,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 115 over Culton Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 115 over Culton 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 115 over Culton Creek carry?

About 33,805 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 115 over Culton Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns FAP 115 over Culton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.