FAP 37 over Roaring Creek
FairCarter County, Tennessee · 1.2 M S of White Rock Mt · Structure no. 10SR0370011
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,247
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 37 over Roaring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 37 over Roaring Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 8,247 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,395 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Roaring Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 37 over Roaring 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 Roaring Creek carry?
About 8,247 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 37 over Roaring Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).
Who owns FAP 37 over Roaring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.