US Bridges

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Caney Creek

Fair

Polk County, Tennessee · 7.7 Mi.E.Of Parksville · Structure no. 70SR0400013

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,005
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Caney Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 402 (sr 40) over Caney Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 5 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 4,005 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 402 (sr 40)
CrossesCaney Creek
Location7.7 Mi.E.Of Parksville
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyPolk County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.09873, -84.5367
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,005 (2021)
Projected traffic6,800 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

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

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

About 4,005 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

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

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.