US Bridges

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek

Good

Bradley County, Tennessee · 8.3 Mi.E.Of Cleveland · Structure no. 06SR0400007

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,880
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 14,880 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,771 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 402 (sr 40)
CrossesChestuee Creek
Location8.3 Mi.E.Of Cleveland
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyBradley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.1306, -84.7358
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating96.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic14,880 (2021)
Projected traffic34,771 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek carry?

About 14,880 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.