US Bridges

FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · In Mason City Limits · Structure no. 84SR0010003

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,727
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older 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 1,727 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,277 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 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 1
CrossesE. Fork Beaver Ck Canal
LocationIn Mason City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.41397, -89.53214
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,727 (2021)
Projected traffic2,277 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 SystemNo

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$205,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal carry?

About 1,727 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over E. Fork Beaver Ck Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.