US Bridges

FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek

Good

Franklin County, Tennessee · 0.2 MI E of SR 16 Jct. · Structure no. 26SR0500012

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,624
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 6,624 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,952 by 2041. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAP 433 Wbl
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.2 MI E of SR 16 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.16781, -86.12379
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,624 (2021)
Projected traffic9,952 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 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 433 Wbl over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 433 Wbl over Dry 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek carry?

About 6,624 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 433 Wbl over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.