FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow
FairPosted for loadHamilton County, Tennessee · North of Soddy Tennessee · Structure no. 33SR0290029
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,684
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,684 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,080 by 2042. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow 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 2025.
How much traffic does FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow carry?
About 1,684 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 3634 over Big Soddy Creek Overflow?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.