US Bridges

FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek

Fair

Cumberland County, Tennessee · 5 Mi.S.Of Fentress Co. · Structure no. 18SR0280015

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,937
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 5,937 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,499 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 28
CrossesLick Fork Creek
Location5 Mi.S.Of Fentress Co.
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.10579, -85.06741
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 inspectionMarch 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,937 (2021)
Projected traffic9,499 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$304,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 28 over Lick Fork 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek carry?

About 5,937 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns FAP 28 over Lick Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.