US Bridges

FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek

Fair

Lauderdale County, Tennessee · In Gates · Structure no. 49SR0880059

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,116
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek in Lauderdale County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 2,116 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,229 by 2042. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 88
CrossesTisdale Creek
LocationIn Gates
RouteState Highway 88
CountyLauderdale County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.83731, -89.40261
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,116 (2021)
Projected traffic3,229 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 88 over Tisdale 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek carry?

About 2,116 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 88 over Tisdale Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.