US Bridges

FAS 126 over Robinson Creek

Fair

Sullivan County, Tennessee · 8 Mi.Sw.Of Bristol · Structure no. 82SR1260003

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
58 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,332
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 126 over Robinson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 126 over Robinson Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 77 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 5 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 3,332 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,550 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 126
CrossesRobinson Creek
Location8 Mi.Sw.Of Bristol
RouteState Highway 126
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.53482, -82.35848
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 rating37.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,332 (2021)
Projected traffic4,550 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$644,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 126 over Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is FAS 126 over Robinson 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 126 over Robinson Creek carry?

About 3,332 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 126 over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 126 over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.