FAP 37 over Shell Creek
FairCarter County, Tennessee · 1.4 M W of Roan Mt · Structure no. 10SR0370005
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,093
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 37 over Shell Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 37 over Shell Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6,093 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,541 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 37 over Shell Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 37 over Shell 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 37 over Shell Creek carry?
About 6,093 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 37 over Shell Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 37 over Shell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.