US Bridges

FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · 3.5 M SW JCT SR100&SR254 · Structure no. 19SR1000009

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,484
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,484 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,314 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).

CarriesFAP 100
CrossesPritchett Creek
Location3.5 M SW JCT SR100&SR254
RouteState Highway 100
Coordinates36.04137, -86.96107
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,484 (2021)
Projected traffic20,314 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.3 mi (68 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$581,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 100 over Pritchett 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek carry?

About 12,484 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns FAP 100 over Pritchett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.