FAP 70 over War Creek
FairHawkins County, Tennessee · .2 M N of Olo Leevalley R · Structure no. 37SR0700021
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,182
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 70 over War Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 70 over War Creek in Hawkins County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 1,182 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,192 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 70 over War Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 70 over War 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 70 over War Creek carry?
About 1,182 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 70 over War Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 70 over War Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.