US Bridges

FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek

PoorPosted for load

Humphreys County, Tennessee · In Waverly · Structure no. 43SR0130025

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
647 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,347
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek in Humphreys County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 90 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,347 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,955 by 2042. The structure is 647 ft (197.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 13 350842M
CrossesTrace Creek
LocationIn Waverly
RouteState Highway 13
CountyHumphreys County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08573, -87.79337
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+15 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length647 ft (197.3 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,347 (2021)
Projected traffic6,955 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$3.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek carry?

About 4,347 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek?

The structure is 647 ft (197.3 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 13 350842M over Trace Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.