FAP 20 over Bear Creek
GoodDecatur County, Tennessee · In Parsons City Limits · Structure no. 20SR0200005
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,452
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 20 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Bear Creek in Decatur County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 7,452 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,923 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 20 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 20 over Bear 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 20 over Bear Creek carry?
About 7,452 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAP 20 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns FAP 20 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.