FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek
PoorPosted for loadDavidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 19010130009
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,115
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,115 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,368 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek carry?
About 1,115 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 1013 (sa 1916) over Earthman Fork Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.