US Bridges

FAU 174 over Mansker Creek

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Goodletsville · Structure no. 19004550001

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
168 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,473
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 174 over Mansker Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 174 over Mansker Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 20,473 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,123 by 2041. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 174
CrossesMansker Creek
LocationGoodletsville
RouteState Highway 174
Coordinates36.32752, -86.69925
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,473 (2021)
Projected traffic33,123 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 174 over Mansker Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 174 over Mansker 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 174 over Mansker Creek carry?

About 20,473 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 174 over Mansker Creek?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 174 over Mansker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.