US Bridges

FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek

GoodPosted for load

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 1 M NW JCT SR1&SR102 · Structure no. 75SR0010007

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,320
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 19,320 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,912 by 2042. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 104 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAP 1
CrossesStewarts Creek
Location1 M NW JCT SR1&SR102
RouteU.S. Route SR001
Coordinates35.96852, -86.50684
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.7 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,320 (2021)
Projected traffic30,912 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Stewarts 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek carry?

About 19,320 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over Stewarts Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.