US Bridges

FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek

Fair

Greene County, Tennessee · 2.6 Mi.W.Of Washington CO · Structure no. 30SR0340029

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,501
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek in Greene County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 19,501 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,202 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 34
CrossesRheatown Creek
Location2.6 Mi.W.Of Washington CO
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyGreene County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.22718, -82.69038
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,501 (2021)
Projected traffic31,202 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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$392,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 34 over Rheatown 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek carry?

About 19,501 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns FAP 34 over Rheatown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.