US Bridges

FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek

Good

Franklin County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.Ne.Of Center Grove · Structure no. 26SR0160001

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,336
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 11,336 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,403 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAP 16
CrossesPoorhouse Creek
Location2 Mi.Ne.Of Center Grove
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates35.33071, -86.18154
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.8 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 traffic11,336 (2021)
Projected traffic16,403 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 16 over Poorhouse 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek carry?

About 11,336 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 16 over Poorhouse Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.