US Bridges

FAP 10 over Lytle Creek

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 1.1 MI N JCT SR10&SR269 · Structure no. 75SR0100019

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
31,924
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 10 over Lytle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 10 over Lytle Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 31,924 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,576 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 10
CrossesLytle Creek
Location1.1 MI N JCT SR10&SR269
RouteU.S. Route SR010
Coordinates35.73253, -86.41102
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,924 (2021)
Projected traffic54,576 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$584,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 10 over Lytle Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 10 over Lytle 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 10 over Lytle Creek carry?

About 31,924 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 10 over Lytle Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 10 over Lytle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.