US Bridges

FAP 9 over Dog Creek

Fair

Campbell County, Tennessee · 1.5 M N of Jacksboro · Structure no. 07SR0090021

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,071
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 9 over Dog Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 9 over Dog Creek in Campbell County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 22,071 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,314 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

CarriesFAP 9
CrossesDog Creek
Location1.5 M N of Jacksboro
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.32818, -84.193
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 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 traffic22,071 (2021)
Projected traffic35,314 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 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$671,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 9 over Dog Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 9 over Dog Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 9 over Dog Creek carry?

About 22,071 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 9 over Dog Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 9 over Dog Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.