US Bridges

FAS 54 over Cain Creek

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · In Trenton City Limits · Structure no. 27SR0540013

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
172 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,331
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 54 over Cain Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 54 over Cain Creek in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 3,331 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,899 by 2042. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 54
CrossesCain Creek
LocationIn Trenton City Limits
RouteState Highway 54
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.96544, -88.95444
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length172 ft (52.4 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,331 (2021)
Projected traffic4,899 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 54 over Cain Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 54 over Cain 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 54 over Cain Creek carry?

About 3,331 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 54 over Cain Creek?

The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 54 over Cain Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.