US Bridges

FAP 1 over Hollis Creek

Good

Cannon County, Tennessee · 1.8 M West of Woodbury · Structure no. 08SR0010021

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
169 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,447
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Hollis Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 1 over Hollis Creek in Cannon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 12,447 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,824 by 2041. The structure is 169 ft (51.4 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAP 1
CrossesHollis Creek
Location1.8 M West of Woodbury
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates35.81285, -86.12111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating74.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length169 ft (51.4 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,447 (2021)
Projected traffic21,824 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Hollis Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Hollis 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Hollis Creek carry?

About 12,447 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Hollis Creek?

The structure is 169 ft (51.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over Hollis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.