US Bridges

FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek

GoodPosted for load

Bedford County, Tennessee · .1 Mi.W.Of Wartrace · Structure no. 02SR0640031

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
217 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,232
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,232 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,171 by 2042. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

CarriesFAP 64
CrossesWartrace Creek
Location.1 Mi.W.Of Wartrace
RouteState Highway 64
Coordinates35.51971, -86.33424
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.3 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,232 (2021)
Projected traffic5,171 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.1 mi (116 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$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 64 over Wartrace 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek carry?

About 3,232 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 64 over Wartrace Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.