FAP 68 over Little Piney River
FairRhea County, Tennessee · 3.4 Mi.Ne.Of Spring City · Structure no. 72SR0680001
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,296
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 68 over Little Piney River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 68 over Little Piney River in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 3,296 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,536 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 68 over Little Piney River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 68 over Little Piney River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 68 over Little Piney River carry?
About 3,296 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 68 over Little Piney River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 68 over Little Piney River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.