US Bridges

FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek

PoorPosted for load

Hawkins County, Tennessee · 2.4 M W of Surgoinsville · Structure no. 37013620005

Built
1923
102 years old, rebuilt 1956
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,688
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek is a concrete slab carrying FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek in Hawkins County, Tennessee. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 102 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,688 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,701 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 346
CrossesSurgoinsville Creek
Location2.4 M W of Surgoinsville
RouteState Highway 346
CountyHawkins County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.47105, -82.85152
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,688 (2021)
Projected traffic2,701 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$353,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.

What condition is FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek carry?

About 1,688 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 346 over Surgoinsville Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.