US Bridges

FAS 36 over Cedar Creek

Good

Washington County, Tennessee · .7 M SE of Sullivan CO LN · Structure no. 90SR0360015

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,442
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 36 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 36 over Cedar Creek in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 12,442 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,912 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 36
CrossesCedar Creek
Location.7 M SE of Sullivan CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 23
CountyWashington County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.4365, -82.44791
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 inspectionOctober 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,442 (2021)
Projected traffic18,912 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$436,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 36 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 36 over Cedar 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 36 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 12,442 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS 36 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns FAS 36 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.