FAP 71 over Baker Creek
GoodKnox County, Tennessee · 1 KM South of Tn River · Structure no. 47000710021
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,712
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 71 over Baker Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 71 over Baker Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,712 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,539 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 71 over Baker Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 71 over Baker Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 71 over Baker Creek carry?
About 9,712 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 71 over Baker Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m).
Who owns FAP 71 over Baker Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.