US Bridges

FAP 68 over Hunt Branch

Good

Monroe County, Tennessee · In Tellico CO Plains · Structure no. 62SR0680021

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,813
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 68 over Hunt Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 68 over Hunt Branch in Monroe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,813 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,840 by 2039. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFAP 68
CrossesHunt Branch
LocationIn Tellico CO Plains
RouteState Highway 68
Coordinates35.3677, -84.30157
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,813 (2021)
Projected traffic9,840 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Hunt Branch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 68 over Hunt Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 68 over Hunt Branch carry?

About 5,813 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 68 over Hunt Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns FAP 68 over Hunt Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.