US Bridges

FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek

Fair

Sullivan County, Tennessee · In Kingsport City Limits · Structure no. 82L38860001

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,873
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 3,873 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,054 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3886
CrossesTranbarger Creek
LocationIn Kingsport City Limits
RouteCity Street 3886
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.556, -82.56678
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,873 (2021)
Projected traffic5,054 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$436,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3886 over Tranbarger 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek carry?

About 3,873 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m).

Who owns FAU 3886 over Tranbarger Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.