US Bridges

FAP 67 over Stony Creek

Fair

Carter County, Tennessee · .8 M E of Fish Springs · Structure no. 10SR0670017

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,909
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 67 over Stony Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 67 over Stony Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 3,909 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,002 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 67
CrossesStony Creek
Location.8 M E of Fish Springs
RouteU.S. Route 321
CountyCarter County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.31263, -82.07362
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,909 (2021)
Projected traffic8,002 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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$377,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 67 over Stony Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 67 over Stony 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 67 over Stony Creek carry?

About 3,909 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 67 over Stony Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m).

Who owns FAP 67 over Stony Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.