US Bridges

FAP 16 over Taylor Creek

Good

Franklin County, Tennessee · 1 Mi.Ne.Of Estill Springs · Structure no. 26SR0160003

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,336
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Taylor Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 16 over Taylor Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 85 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 11,336 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,403 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 16
CrossesTaylor Creek
Location1 Mi.Ne.Of Estill Springs
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.27668, -86.13309
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$518,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Taylor Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is FAP 16 over Taylor 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 Taylor Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 16 over Taylor Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns FAP 16 over Taylor Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.