US Bridges

FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.8 MI E of SR-1 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR0150001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,269
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 26,269 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,008 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 15
CrossesW. Fk. Fletcher Creek
Location0.8 MI E of SR-1 Jct.
RouteState Highway 15
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.20373, -89.82128
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width107 ft (32.7 m)
Roadway width105 ft (32.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,269 (2021)
Projected traffic47,008 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek carry?

About 26,269 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 15 over W. Fk. Fletcher Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.