US Bridges

FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · 1.7 M N JCT SR6&SR255 · Structure no. 19032500001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,941
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 15,941 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,120 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 3250
CrossesWest Fork Browns Creek
Location1.7 M N JCT SR6&SR255
RouteCity Street 3250
Coordinates36.11002, -86.77512
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating73.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,941 (2021)
Projected traffic29,120 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$370,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns 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 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek carry?

About 15,941 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAU 3250 over West Fork Browns Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.