US Bridges

FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek

Fair

Hamblen County, Tennessee · 1. M W of Morristown · Structure no. 32SR0340001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,030
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek in Hamblen County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 15,030 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,813 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3836
CrossesStubblefield Creek
Location1. M W of Morristown
RouteCity Street 3836
CountyHamblen County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.22093, -83.27972
Functional classUrban Minor 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 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 inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,030 (2021)
Projected traffic22,813 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$410,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3836 over Stubblefield 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek carry?

About 15,030 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 3836 over Stubblefield Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.