US Bridges

FAP 72 over Fork Creek

Good

Loudon County, Tennessee · Just N. of Monroe Co. · Structure no. 53SR0720001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
245 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,344
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 72 over Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 72 over Fork Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 5,344 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,947 by 2041. The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 72
CrossesFork Creek
LocationJust N. of Monroe Co.
RouteState Highway 72
CountyLoudon County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.65522, -84.28715
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length245 ft (74.8 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,344 (2021)
Projected traffic7,947 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$2.5 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 72 over Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 72 over Fork 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 72 over Fork Creek carry?

About 5,344 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 72 over Fork Creek?

The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 72 over Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.