US Bridges

FAS 152 over Turkey Creek

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 1.4 Miles W.Of Medina · Structure no. 27SR1520023

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,210
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 152 over Turkey Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 152 over Turkey Creek in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,210 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,536 by 2042. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 152
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location1.4 Miles W.Of Medina
RouteState Highway 152
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.80758, -88.80206
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,210 (2021)
Projected traffic3,536 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 152 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 152 over Turkey 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 FAS 152 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 2,210 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 152 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 152 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.