US Bridges

FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek

Fair

Marion County, Tennessee · 3.3 Mi.North of Whitwell · Structure no. 58SR0280011

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,947
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 28 over Hendrix 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,947 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,832 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 28
CrossesHendrix Creek
Location3.3 Mi.North of Whitwell
RouteState Highway 28
CountyMarion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.26769, -85.46339
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$490,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek built?

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

What condition is FAP 28 over Hendrix 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 28 over Hendrix Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.