US Bridges

FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1.12 Mi. E of SR-321 Jct. · Structure no. 33S43430003

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,336
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 19,336 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,040 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 317
CrossesWilkerson Creek
Location1.12 Mi. E of SR-321 Jct.
RouteState Highway 317
Coordinates35.05298, -85.0494
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,336 (2021)
Projected traffic35,040 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 317 over Wilkerson Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 317 over Wilkerson 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek carry?

About 19,336 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAU 317 over Wilkerson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.