US Bridges

FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 1 M. N. Jordonia. · Structure no. 190C5480001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,904
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek 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 1,904 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,376 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4919
CrossesEatons Creek
Location1 M. N. Jordonia.
RouteCity Street 4919
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.2218, -86.86542
Functional classUrban Collector

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,904 (2021)
Projected traffic3,376 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$553,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek built?

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

What condition is FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek 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 4919 over Eatons Creek carry?

About 1,904 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAU 4919 over Eatons Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.