US Bridges

FAP 95 over Baker Creek

FairPosted for load

Loudon County, Tennessee · In Greenback · Structure no. 53SR0950001

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
142 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,853
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 95 over Baker Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 95 over Baker Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,853 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,565 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 95
CrossesBaker Creek
LocationIn Greenback
RouteState Highway 95
CountyLoudon County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.65367, -84.1544
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length142 ft (43.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,853 (2021)
Projected traffic4,565 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$616,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 95 over Baker Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 95 over Baker Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 95 over Baker Creek carry?

About 2,853 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 95 over Baker Creek?

The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 95 over Baker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.