US Bridges

FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek

Good

Crockett County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.Se.Of Friendship · Structure no. 17SR0200003

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,451
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,451 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,322 by 2042. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesFAP 20
CrossesLittle Pond Creek
Location2.2 Mi.Se.Of Friendship
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates35.87769, -89.22278
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,451 (2021)
Projected traffic18,322 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$910,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek carry?

About 11,451 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Little Pond Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.