US Bridges

FAP 122 over Taylor Creek

Fair

Franklin County, Tennessee · 2 MI from SR97 · Structure no. 26SR1220003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,167
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 122 over Taylor Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 122 over Taylor Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,167 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,178 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFAP 122
CrossesTaylor Creek
Location2 MI from SR97
RouteState Highway 122
Coordinates35.05137, -86.28771
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 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 traffic1,167 (2021)
Projected traffic2,178 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 122 over Taylor Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 122 over Taylor 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 122 over Taylor Creek carry?

About 1,167 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAP 122 over Taylor Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 122 over Taylor Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.