FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek
GoodUnicoi County, Tennessee · .1 M SW JCT SR81&SR36 · Structure no. 86SR0810011
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 858
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek in Unicoi County, Tennessee. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 858 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,776 by 2040. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek carry?
About 858 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 406 (sr 81) over South Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.