FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek
FairDickson County, Tennessee · 4.53 Mi.S. of Houston Co. · Structure no. 22S61430011
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,536
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek in Dickson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 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 2,536 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,080 by 2040. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek carry?
About 2,536 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns FAS 46 over East Fork Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.