US Bridges

FAP 29 over White Oak Creek

Good

Morgan County, Tennessee · 5.22 Mi.S.Of Scott Co. · Structure no. 65SR0290031

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,166
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 29 over White Oak Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 29 over White Oak Creek in Morgan County, Tennessee. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,166 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,336 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesFAP 29
CrossesWhite Oak Creek
Location5.22 Mi.S.Of Scott Co.
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates36.24403, -84.67015
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,166 (2021)
Projected traffic4,336 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$590,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 29 over White Oak Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 29 over White Oak 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 29 over White Oak Creek carry?

About 3,166 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 29 over White Oak Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 29 over White Oak Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.