US Bridges

FAP 20 over Williams Creek

Fair

Crockett County, Tennessee · Near Bells · Structure no. 17SR0200013

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,061
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Williams Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Williams Creek in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 15,061 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,098 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesWilliams Creek
LocationNear Bells
RouteU.S. Route 412
CountyCrockett County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.70833, -89.04394
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 inspectionApril 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.6 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 span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,061 (2021)
Projected traffic24,098 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$284,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Williams Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 over Williams 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Williams Creek carry?

About 15,061 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Williams Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Williams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.