US Bridges

FAP 37 over Indian Creek

Fair

Carter County, Tennessee · .6 M SE Sullivan CO LN · Structure no. 10SR0370035

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,349
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 37 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 37 over Indian Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 10,349 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,301 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).

CarriesFAP 37
CrossesIndian Creek
Location.6 M SE Sullivan CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 37
Coordinates36.41137, -82.24417
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,349 (2021)
Projected traffic14,301 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.7 mi (117 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$362,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 37 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 37 over Indian 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 Indian Creek carry?

About 10,349 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 37 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns FAP 37 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.