US Bridges

FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 19010020003

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,444
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6 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 10,444 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,306 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1002 (sa 1909)
CrossesBelle Meade Branch
LocationIn Nashville
RouteCity Street 1002
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.09302, -86.8483
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,444 (2021)
Projected traffic24,306 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$286,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch carry?

About 10,444 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Belle Meade Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.