US Bridges

FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek

Good

Sullivan County, Tennessee · Ramp D at SR 137 JCT · Structure no. 82SR0930029

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
189 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,712
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 21,712 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,368 by 2041. The structure is 189 ft (57.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAP 93 Ramp
CrossesHorse Creek
LocationRamp D at SR 137 JCT
RouteState Highway 93
Coordinates36.50148, -82.56306
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length189 ft (57.7 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,712 (2021)
Projected traffic14,368 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 93 Ramp over Horse 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek carry?

About 21,712 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek?

The structure is 189 ft (57.7 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 93 Ramp over Horse Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.