US Bridges

FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek

Good

Campbell County, Tennessee · 2.5 M N of Indian Mt ST P · Structure no. 07S23450013

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
340 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,640
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek in Campbell County, Tennessee. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 1,640 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,357 by 2042. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesFAS 297
CrossesElk Fork Creek
Location2.5 M N of Indian Mt ST P
RouteState Highway 297
Coordinates36.55306, -84.16611
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,640 (2021)
Projected traffic2,357 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 297 over Elk Fork 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek carry?

About 1,640 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 297 over Elk Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.