US Bridges

FAP 72 over Clear Prong Creek

Good

Loudon County, Tennessee · 3.5 MI N. of Monroe Co. · Structure no. 53SR0720003

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,344
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 72 over Clear Prong Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 72 over Clear Prong 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 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFAP 72
CrossesClear Prong Creek
Location3.5 MI N. of Monroe Co.
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates35.68235, -84.29702
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 72 over Clear Prong Creek built?

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

What condition is FAP 72 over Clear Prong 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 Clear Prong Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 72 over Clear Prong Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FAP 72 over Clear Prong Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.