US Bridges

FAP 68 over Mud Creek

Good

McMinn County, Tennessee · .8 Mi.E.Of Riddles Store · Structure no. 54SR0680001

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,339
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 68 over Mud Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 68 over Mud Creek in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6,339 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,570 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

CarriesFAP 68
CrossesMud Creek
Location.8 Mi.E.Of Riddles Store
RouteState Highway 68
Coordinates35.60413, -84.5299
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,339 (2021)
Projected traffic10,570 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 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 68 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 68 over Mud 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 68 over Mud Creek carry?

About 6,339 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 68 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAP 68 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.