US Bridges

FAP 16 over Bomar Creek

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · In Shelbyville · Structure no. 02SR0160027

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,819
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Bomar Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Bomar Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 15,819 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,544 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 16
CrossesBomar Creek
LocationIn Shelbyville
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates35.48312, -86.41383
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 inspectionOctober 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,819 (2021)
Projected traffic24,544 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Bomar Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 16 over Bomar 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 16 over Bomar Creek carry?

About 15,819 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Bomar Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 16 over Bomar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.