FAP 85 over Defeated Creek
GoodSmith County, Tennessee · 9.76 Mi.North of Cartage · Structure no. 80SR0850003
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,208
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 85 over Defeated Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 85 over Defeated Creek in Smith County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,208 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,715 by 2041. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 85 over Defeated Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 85 over Defeated 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 85 over Defeated Creek carry?
About 1,208 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 85 over Defeated Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAP 85 over Defeated Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.