US Bridges

FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek

Good

Dickson County, Tennessee · 1.5 Mi.S.E of Charlotte · Structure no. 22SR0470005

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,429
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek in Dickson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 3,429 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,486 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesFAP 47
CrossesSulphur Fork Creek
Location1.5 Mi.S.E of Charlotte
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates36.16073, -87.31917
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,429 (2021)
Projected traffic5,486 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek carry?

About 3,429 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 47 over Sulphur Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.