US Bridges

FAP 1 over Gaines Branch

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Sullivan County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.East of Kingsport · Structure no. 82SR0010019

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,801
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Gaines Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 1 over Gaines Branch in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 13,801 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,440 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesGaines Branch
Location2 Mi.East of Kingsport
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.5602, -82.4718
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating50 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,801 (2021)
Projected traffic25,440 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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$407,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Gaines Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Gaines Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Gaines Branch carry?

About 13,801 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Gaines Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FAP 1 over Gaines Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.