US Bridges

FAS 193 over Alexander Creek

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Tennessee · 2.3 M E JCT SR193&SR196 · Structure no. 24014580001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,621
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 193 over Alexander Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying FAS 193 over Alexander Creek in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 1,621 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,594 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 193
CrossesAlexander Creek
Location2.3 M E JCT SR193&SR196
RouteState Highway 193
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14625, -89.55508
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating31.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,621 (2021)
Projected traffic2,594 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$281,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 193 over Alexander Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 193 over Alexander 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 193 over Alexander Creek carry?

About 1,621 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 193 over Alexander Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 193 over Alexander Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.