US Bridges

FAP 20 over Buckner Creek

Fair

Decatur County, Tennessee · In Parsons City Limits · Structure no. 20SR0200007

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,452
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Buckner Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Buckner Creek in Decatur County, Tennessee. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 7,452 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,560 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBuckner Creek
LocationIn Parsons City Limits
RouteState Highway 20
CountyDecatur County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.64903, -88.1375
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,452 (2021)
Projected traffic10,560 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 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$332,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Buckner Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 over Buckner 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Buckner Creek carry?

About 7,452 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Buckner Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Buckner Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.