US Bridges

FAS 88 over Black Creek

Fair

Crockett County, Tennessee · .2 Mi.E.Of Lauderdale Co. · Structure no. 17SR0880003

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
265 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,037
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 88 over Black Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 88 over Black Creek in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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.

It carries about 2,037 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,259 by 2042. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 88
CrossesBlack Creek
Location.2 Mi.E.Of Lauderdale Co.
RouteState Highway 88
CountyCrockett County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.81594, -89.32134
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,037 (2021)
Projected traffic3,259 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 88 over Black Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 88 over Black 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 88 over Black Creek carry?

About 2,037 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 88 over Black Creek?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 88 over Black Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.