US Bridges

FAS 99 over Spences Creek

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 2.7 M SW JCT SR99&SR96 · Structure no. 75SR0990009

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,388
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 99 over Spences Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 99 over Spences Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 22,388 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,272 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAS 99
CrossesSpences Creek
Location2.7 M SW JCT SR99&SR96
RouteState Highway SR099
Coordinates35.81499, -86.43645
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,388 (2021)
Projected traffic50,272 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 99 over Spences Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 99 over Spences 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 99 over Spences Creek carry?

About 22,388 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 99 over Spences Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 99 over Spences Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.