FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek
GoodPosted for loadLoudon County, Tennessee · 1.3 M E of Loudon · Structure no. 53SR0720011
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 215 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,168
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 12,168 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,469 by 2042. The structure is 215 ft (65.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 72 over Sweetwater 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 2025.
How much traffic does FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 12,168 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 215 ft (65.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 72 over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.