US Bridges

FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · .1 MI of Boy Scout RD · Structure no. 330D0340001

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,059
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 13,059 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,894 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAU 3591 (sa 3303)
CrossesLick Creek
Location.1 MI of Boy Scout RD
RouteCity Street 3591
Coordinates35.17209, -85.20673
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width59 ft (17.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,059 (2021)
Projected traffic20,894 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek carry?

About 13,059 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3591 (sa 3303) over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.