US Bridges

FAP 1 over Richland Creek

FairPosted for load

Davidson County, Tennessee · .8 M SW JCT I40&SR1 · Structure no. 19SR0010013

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,658
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Richland Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 1 over Richland Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 28,658 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,379 by 2041. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesRichland Creek
Location.8 M SW JCT I40&SR1
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.11693, -86.85889
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,658 (2021)
Projected traffic55,379 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Richland Creek built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 over Richland 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Richland Creek carry?

About 28,658 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Richland Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over Richland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.