US Bridges

FAU 168 over Burnett Creek

Fair

Knox County, Tennessee · 1.1 M S of SR71 · Structure no. 47S25910003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,216
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 168 over Burnett Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 168 over Burnett Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 12,216 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,520 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 168
CrossesBurnett Creek
Location1.1 M S of SR71
RouteState Highway 168
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.91943, -83.82613
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,216 (2021)
Projected traffic19,520 by 2040
Trucks4%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 168 over Burnett Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 168 over Burnett 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 168 over Burnett Creek carry?

About 12,216 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 168 over Burnett Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAU 168 over Burnett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.