US Bridges

FAP 149 over Yellow Creek

Good

Montgomery County, Tennessee · 1.53MI E.Of Stewart Co.Li · Structure no. 63SR1490001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
258 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,373
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 149 over Yellow Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 149 over Yellow Creek in Montgomery County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6,373 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,197 by 2042. The structure is 258 ft (78.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

CarriesFAP 149
CrossesYellow Creek
Location1.53MI E.Of Stewart Co.Li
RouteState Highway 149
Coordinates36.4146, -87.57993
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length258 ft (78.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,373 (2021)
Projected traffic10,197 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 149 over Yellow Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 149 over Yellow 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 149 over Yellow Creek carry?

About 6,373 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 149 over Yellow Creek?

The structure is 258 ft (78.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 149 over Yellow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.