US Bridges

FAP 1 over Reach Branch

Fair

Sullivan County, Tennessee · In Kingsport · Structure no. 82SR0010005

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,545
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Reach Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 1 over Reach Branch in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 27,545 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,848 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 137 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesReach Branch
LocationIn Kingsport
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.55913, -82.55505
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width137 ft (41.7 m)
Roadway width110 ft (33.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,545 (2021)
Projected traffic52,848 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$839,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Reach Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Reach Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Reach Branch carry?

About 27,545 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Reach Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 137 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over Reach Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.