US Bridges

FAS 77 over Dry Creek

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 3.1 Miles West of Dyer · Structure no. 27SR0770005

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,751
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 77 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 77 over Dry Creek in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,751 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,802 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 77
CrossesDry Creek
Location3.1 Miles West of Dyer
RouteState Highway 77
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.07683, -89.05728
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,751 (2021)
Projected traffic2,802 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.3 mi (68 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$331,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 77 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 77 over 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 77 over Dry Creek carry?

About 1,751 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 77 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 77 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.