US Bridges

FAU 45 over Stoners Creek

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 1.2 M NW JCT SR45&SR265 · Structure no. 19003620001

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
70 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,864
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 45 over Stoners Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 45 over Stoners Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 29,864 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,325 by 2041. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 45
CrossesStoners Creek
Location1.2 M NW JCT SR45&SR265
RouteState Highway 45
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18708, -86.61377
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,864 (2021)
Projected traffic36,325 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$883,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 45 over Stoners Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 45 over Stoners 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 45 over Stoners Creek carry?

About 29,864 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 45 over Stoners Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAU 45 over Stoners Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.