FAP 49 over Dry Creek
GoodHouston County, Tennessee · 8 Miles Southeast of Erin · Structure no. 42SR0490013
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 49 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 49 over Dry Creek in Houston County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,083 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 49 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 49 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 49 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 49 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 49 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.