US Bridges

FAP 15 over Hollow Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 5.1 M SE JCT SR 50 · Structure no. 52SR0150025

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
125 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,109
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Hollow Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 15 over Hollow Creek in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 6,109 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,790 by 2041. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 15
CrossesHollow Creek
Location5.1 M SE JCT SR 50
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.12391, -86.46022
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,109 (2021)
Projected traffic8,790 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Hollow Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Hollow 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Hollow Creek carry?

About 6,109 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Hollow Creek?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 15 over Hollow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.