US Bridges

FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek

Fair

Washington County, Tennessee · 2.2 M NE JCT SR67&SR81 · Structure no. 90SR0670001

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,901
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,901 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,944 by 2042. The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 67
CrossesLittle Cherokee Creek
Location2.2 M NE JCT SR67&SR81
RouteState Highway 67
CountyWashington County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.23269, -82.4426
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length68 ft (20.8 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,901 (2021)
Projected traffic3,944 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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$614,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 67 over Little Cherokee 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek carry?

About 2,901 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns FAS 67 over Little Cherokee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.