US Bridges

FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek

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Hamblen County, Tennessee · In Morristown City Limits · Structure no. 32M38430001

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,064
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek in Hamblen County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 1,064 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,702 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3843
CrossesTurkey Creek
LocationIn Morristown City Limits
RouteCity Street 3843
CountyHamblen County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20767, -83.28928
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,064 (2021)
Projected traffic1,702 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3843 over Turkey 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,064 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAU 3843 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.