US Bridges

FAP 28 over Griffith Creek

Good

Marion County, Tennessee · 2.8 Mi.North of Whitwell · Structure no. 58SR0280009

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
85 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,947
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 28 over Griffith Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 28 over Griffith Creek in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5,947 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,832 by 2040. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 28
CrossesGriffith Creek
Location2.8 Mi.North of Whitwell
RouteState Highway 28
CountyMarion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.24823, -85.47905
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,947 (2021)
Projected traffic6,832 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$838,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 28 over Griffith Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 28 over Griffith 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 28 over Griffith Creek carry?

About 5,947 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 28 over Griffith Creek?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 28 over Griffith Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.