FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek
GoodWashington County, Tennessee · .3 M N JCT SR81&SR67 · Structure no. 90SR0810007
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,731
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,731 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,403 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 81 over Cherokee 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 FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek carry?
About 2,731 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns FAP 81 over Cherokee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.