US Bridges

FAP 20 over Dry Creek

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Henderson County, Tennessee · 1.9 MI S of SR114 · Structure no. 39SR0200023

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,134
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Dry Creek in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 6,134 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,448 by 2040. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesDry Creek
Location1.9 MI S of SR114
RouteState Highway 20
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.63908, -88.25178
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,134 (2021)
Projected traffic10,448 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Dry Creek carry?

About 6,134 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.