US Bridges

FAP 20 over Pearson Creek

Fair

Crockett County, Tennessee · 2.5 M SE JCT SR20 &sr 76 · Structure no. 17SR0200017

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
95 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,061
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Pearson Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 20 over Pearson Creek in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,061 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,872 by 2040. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFAP 20
CrossesPearson Creek
Location2.5 M SE JCT SR20 &sr 76
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates35.70261, -89.03164
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.4 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,061 (2021)
Projected traffic25,872 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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 20 over Pearson Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 over Pearson 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Pearson Creek carry?

About 15,061 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Pearson Creek?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 20 over Pearson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.