US Bridges

FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · 1.6 Mi.N.Of Shelbyville · Structure no. 02SR0100017

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
123 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,477
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 20,477 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,088 by 2040. The structure is 123 ft (37.6 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesFAP 10
CrossesHurricane Creek
Location1.6 Mi.N.Of Shelbyville
RouteU.S. Route 231
Coordinates35.54334, -86.45086
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length123 ft (37.6 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.8 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,477 (2021)
Projected traffic33,088 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 10 over Hurricane 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek carry?

About 20,477 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek?

The structure is 123 ft (37.6 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 10 over Hurricane Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.