US Bridges

FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek

Fair

Van Buren County, Tennessee · 1.23 Mi.S.Of Spencer · Structure no. 88SR1110001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,135
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek in Van Buren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 5,135 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,112 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 km).

CarriesFAP 111
CrossesDry Fork Creek
Location1.23 Mi.S.Of Spencer
RouteState Highway 111
Coordinates35.69777, -85.48092
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 inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,135 (2021)
Projected traffic8,112 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.2 mi (92 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$278,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 111 over Dry Fork 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek carry?

About 5,135 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 111 over Dry Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.