US Bridges

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek

Good

Polk County, Tennessee · .04 Mi.E.Of Bradley Co. · Structure no. 70SR0400001

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,880
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 14,880 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,808 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 402 (sr 40)
CrossesChestuee Creek
Location.04 Mi.E.Of Bradley Co.
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyPolk County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.12825, -84.72285
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic14,880 (2021)
Projected traffic23,808 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$143,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek carry?

About 14,880 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 402 (sr 40) over Chestuee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.