US Bridges

FAS 435 over Paperville Creek

Good

Sullivan County, Tennessee · 3 Mi. Se. of Bristol · Structure no. 82SR0340021

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,591
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 435 over Paperville Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 435 over Paperville Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,591 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,603 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

CarriesFAS 435
CrossesPaperville Creek
Location3 Mi. Se. of Bristol
RouteState Highway 435
Coordinates36.54695, -82.13033
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,591 (2021)
Projected traffic2,603 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FAS 435 over Paperville Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 435 over Paperville 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 435 over Paperville Creek carry?

About 1,591 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FAS 435 over Paperville Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAS 435 over Paperville Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.