US Bridges

FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek

Fair

Hancock County, Tennessee · 3.70 Mi.N. Jct. FAS 2349 · Structure no. 34SR0310003

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,675
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek in Hancock County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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.

It carries about 2,675 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,960 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 31
CrossesStoney Fork Creek
Location3.70 Mi.N. Jct. FAS 2349
RouteState Highway 31
CountyHancock County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.4659, -83.24284
Functional classRural 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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,675 (2021)
Projected traffic4,960 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.9 mi (98 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$503,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 31 over Stoney Fork 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek carry?

About 2,675 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns FAP 31 over Stoney Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.