US Bridges

FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek

Good

Loudon County, Tennessee · 1.5 M. S. Loudon. · Structure no. 53S24300005

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,533
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 2,533 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,053 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 1138 (sa 5308)
CrossesSteekee Creek
Location1.5 M. S. Loudon.
RouteCity Street 1138
Coordinates35.72272, -84.34787
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,533 (2021)
Projected traffic4,053 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek carry?

About 2,533 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAU 1138 (sa 5308) over Steekee Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.