FAU 1 over First Creek
GoodKnox County, Tennessee · In the City of Knoxville · Structure no. 47SR0010063
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,860
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 1 over First Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1 over First Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 10,860 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,499 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 1 over First Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 1 over First 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 1 over First Creek carry?
About 10,860 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAU 1 over First Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns FAU 1 over First Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.