US Bridges

FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Harding Pl @ Chalmers DR · Structure no. 19010020009

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,157
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch in Davidson 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 12,157 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,768 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1002 (sa 1909)
CrossesSugartree Branch
LocationHarding Pl @ Chalmers DR
RouteCity Street 1002
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.09082, -86.81885
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,157 (2021)
Projected traffic20,768 by 2041
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch 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 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch carry?

About 12,157 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

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

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1002 (sa 1909) over Sugartree Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.