US Bridges

FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek

Good

Sullivan County, Tennessee · S. of Bristol · Structure no. 82SR3940001

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,397
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 7,397 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,104 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAP 394
CrossesWhitetop Creek
LocationS. of Bristol
RouteState Highway 394
Coordinates36.5114, -82.24799
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 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,397 (2021)
Projected traffic13,104 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$697,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 394 over Whitetop 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 FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek carry?

About 7,397 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 394 over Whitetop Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.