US Bridges

FAP 69 over Second Creek

Good

Wayne County, Tennessee · .1 M E Hardin CO Line · Structure no. 91SR0690001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
372 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,273
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 69 over Second Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 69 over Second Creek in Wayne County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 2,273 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,152 by 2040. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesFAP 69
CrossesSecond Creek
Location.1 M E Hardin CO Line
RouteState Highway 69
Coordinates35.01502, -87.98553
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length372 ft (113.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,273 (2021)
Projected traffic3,152 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$2.9 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 69 over Second Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 69 over Second 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 69 over Second Creek carry?

About 2,273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 69 over Second Creek?

The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 69 over Second Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.