US Bridges

FAP 100 over Trace Creek

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 2.8 M SW JCT SR100&SR254 · Structure no. 19SR1000011

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
117 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,517
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 100 over Trace Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 100 over Trace Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 6 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 19,517 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,032 by 2041. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 100
CrossesTrace Creek
Location2.8 M SW JCT SR100&SR254
RouteState Highway 100
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04557, -86.9496
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length117 ft (35.7 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,517 (2021)
Projected traffic33,032 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 100 over Trace Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 100 over Trace 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 100 over Trace Creek carry?

About 19,517 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 100 over Trace Creek?

The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 100 over Trace Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.