US Bridges

FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek

Fair

Johnson County, Tennessee · 2 M SW of Carter CO LN · Structure no. 46SR0670003

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,437
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek in Johnson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 5 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 3,437 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,499 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 67
CrossesCobbs Creek
Location2 M SW of Carter CO LN
RouteState Highway 67
CountyJohnson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.36592, -82.0062
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,437 (2021)
Projected traffic5,499 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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$146,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 67 over Cobbs 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 67 over Cobbs Creek carry?

About 3,437 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 67 over Cobbs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.