US Bridges

FAP 30 over Rogers Creek

Good

McMinn County, Tennessee · Near Athens-Tennessee · Structure no. 54SR0300031

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
65 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,579
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 30 over Rogers Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 30 over Rogers Creek in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 10,579 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,986 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFAP 30
CrossesRogers Creek
LocationNear Athens-Tennessee
RouteState Highway 30
Coordinates35.48443, -84.69945
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,579 (2021)
Projected traffic17,986 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$886,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 30 over Rogers Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 30 over Rogers 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 30 over Rogers Creek carry?

About 10,579 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 30 over Rogers Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).

Who owns FAP 30 over Rogers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.