US Bridges

FAU 158 over First Creek

Fair

Knox County, Tennessee · .5 M NW of SR62 · Structure no. 47SR1580011

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,421
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 158 over First Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 158 over First Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 8,421 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,584 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 158
CrossesFirst Creek
Location.5 M NW of SR62
RouteState Highway 158
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.96783, -83.91633
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,421 (2021)
Projected traffic21,584 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$373,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 158 over First Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 158 over First 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 FAU 158 over First Creek carry?

About 8,421 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 158 over First Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAU 158 over First Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.