US Bridges

FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Tennessee · 1.7 M SE of Dandridge · Structure no. 45SR0920007

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,602
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 18,602 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,701 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 92
CrossesDumplin Creek
Location1.7 M SE of Dandridge
RouteState Highway 92
CountyJefferson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.05007, -83.46218
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,602 (2021)
Projected traffic19,701 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.8 mi (93 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$350,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 92 over Dumplin 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek carry?

About 18,602 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 92 over Dumplin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.