US Bridges

FAP 262 over Trace Creek

Good

Jackson County, Tennessee · 1.5 MI W of SR85 · Structure no. 44SR0852003

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,388
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 262 over Trace Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 262 over Trace Creek in Jackson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 76 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 1,388 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,221 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesFAP 262
CrossesTrace Creek
Location1.5 MI W of SR85
RouteState Highway 262
Coordinates36.35765, -85.69724
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,388 (2021)
Projected traffic2,221 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 262 over Trace Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is FAP 262 over Trace 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 262 over Trace Creek carry?

About 1,388 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAP 262 over Trace Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 262 over Trace Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.