US Bridges

FAP 78 over Slough

Good

Lake County, Tennessee · 2 M S of SR21 · Structure no. 48SR0780009

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
64 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,974
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 78 over Slough is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 78 over Slough in Lake County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,974 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,944 by 2040. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 73.9 mi (119 km).

CarriesFAP 78
CrossesSlough
Location2 M S of SR21
RouteState Highway 78
Coordinates36.34941, -89.46861
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,974 (2021)
Projected traffic4,944 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed73.9 mi (119 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 FAP 78 over Slough built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 78 over Slough 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 78 over Slough carry?

About 2,974 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 78 over Slough?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 78 over Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.