US Bridges

FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek

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Davidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 190C7630013

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,038
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek 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 2,038 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,552 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4927 (sa 1920)
CrossesClaylick Creek
LocationIn Nashville
RouteCity Street 4927
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.30068, -86.81025
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,038 (2021)
Projected traffic3,552 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$194,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek built?

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

What condition is FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick 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 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek carry?

About 2,038 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4927 (sa 1920) over Claylick Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.