US Bridges

FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek

FairPosted for load

Bedford County, Tennessee · .4 Mi.S.Of Wartrace · Structure no. 02E00290029

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
170 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,517
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,517 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,427 by 2042. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 269
CrossesGarrison Fork Creek
Location.4 Mi.S.Of Wartrace
RouteState Highway 269
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.52061, -86.31854
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,517 (2021)
Projected traffic2,427 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$821,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 269 over Garrison Fork 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek carry?

About 1,517 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 269 over Garrison Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.