US Bridges

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek

FairPosted for load

Polk County, Tennessee · 5 Mi.E.Of Ocoee #1 Dam · Structure no. 70SR0400009

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
425 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
4,005
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,005 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,408 by 2042. The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 402 (sr 40)
CrossesGreasy Creek
Location5 Mi.E.Of Ocoee #1 Dam
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyPolk County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.1116, -84.57108
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length425 ft (129.5 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,005 (2021)
Projected traffic6,408 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$3.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek carry?

About 4,005 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek?

The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 402 (sr 40) over Greasy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.