FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek
GoodMcMinn County, Tennessee · Near Riceville · Structure no. 54SR0025003
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,148
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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 2,148 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,362 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 39 over Dry Valley 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek carry?
About 2,148 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 39 over Dry Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.