US Bridges

FAP 34 over Thompson Creek

Fair

Knox County, Tennessee · .18 Mi.W.Of Jefferson Co. · Structure no. 47SR0340005

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,274
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 34 over Thompson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 34 over Thompson Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 18,274 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,861 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 34
CrossesThompson Creek
Location.18 Mi.W.Of Jefferson Co.
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.05684, -83.69487
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,274 (2021)
Projected traffic24,861 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$352,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 34 over Thompson Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 34 over Thompson 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 34 over Thompson Creek carry?

About 18,274 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 34 over Thompson Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns FAP 34 over Thompson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.