US Bridges

FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek

FairPosted for load

DeKalb County, Tennessee · In Dowelltown City Limits · Structure no. 21SR0260011

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
230 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,478
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek in DeKalb County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8,478 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,565 by 2042. The structure is 230 ft (70 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesFAP 26
CrossesOverflow of Dry Creek
LocationIn Dowelltown City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates36.00925, -85.931
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.9 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length230 ft (70 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.6 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.2 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,478 (2021)
Projected traffic13,565 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
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$4.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek carry?

About 8,478 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek?

The structure is 230 ft (70 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 26 over Overflow of Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.