US Bridges

FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 4 M E of Cheatham CO LN · Structure no. 19SR0120013

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
76 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,651
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 13,651 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,898 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 12
CrossesSulphur Creek
Location4 M E of Cheatham CO LN
RouteState Highway 12
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.21163, -86.9198
Functional classRural Minor 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,651 (2021)
Projected traffic22,898 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$964,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 12 over Sulphur 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek carry?

About 13,651 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek?

The structure is 76 ft (23.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m).

Who owns FAP 12 over Sulphur Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.