FAP 71 over Burnett Creek
FairKnox County, Tennessee · .7 M NW of SR168 · Structure no. 47SR0710001
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,656
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 71 over Burnett Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 71 over Burnett Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 35,656 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,333 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 71 over Burnett Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 71 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 71 over Burnett Creek carry?
About 35,656 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 71 over Burnett Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns FAP 71 over Burnett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.