US Bridges

FAS 187 over Clear Creek

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Gibson County, Tennessee · 0.3 M W JCT SR187&SR43 · Structure no. 27015840001

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,382
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 187 over Clear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 187 over Clear Creek in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 2,382 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,811 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 187
CrossesClear Creek
Location0.3 M W JCT SR187&SR43
RouteState Highway 187
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.88022, -88.74934
Functional classUrban Collector

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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,382 (2021)
Projected traffic3,811 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 FAS 187 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 187 over Clear 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 FAS 187 over Clear Creek carry?

About 2,382 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 187 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 187 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.