US Bridges

FAP 61 over Indian Creek

Good

Roane County, Tennessee · In Oliver Springs · Structure no. 73SR0610019

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
195 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,469
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 61 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 61 over Indian Creek in Roane County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5,469 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,237 by 2041. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAP 61
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationIn Oliver Springs
RouteState Highway 61
Coordinates36.0476, -84.34473
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,469 (2021)
Projected traffic9,237 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 61 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 61 over Indian 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 61 over Indian Creek carry?

About 5,469 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 61 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 61 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.