FAP 73 over Town Creek
GoodLoudon County, Tennessee · 1.3 M S of Lenoir City · Structure no. 53SR0730001
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 56 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,559
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 73 over Town Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 73 over Town Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 24,559 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,518 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 73 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 73 over Town 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 73 over Town Creek carry?
About 24,559 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 73 over Town Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns FAP 73 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.