FAS 46 over Yellow Creek
PoorDickson County, Tennessee · 4.1 Mi.S.Of Houston Co. · Structure no. 22S61430013
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,536
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 46 over Yellow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 46 over 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,536 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,058 by 2042. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 46 over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 46 over Yellow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 46 over Yellow Creek carry?
About 2,536 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 46 over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 46 over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.