US Bridges

FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 19F01170001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,942
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 26,942 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,648 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 1017 (sa 1921)
CrossesDry Creek
LocationIn Nashville
RouteCounty Highway 1017
Coordinates36.2861, -86.6927
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,942 (2021)
Projected traffic47,648 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$649,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry 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 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek carry?

About 26,942 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAU 1017 (sa 1921) over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.