FAP 7 over Silver Creek
GoodGiles County, Tennessee · 1.1 Mi.Nw.Of Elkton · Structure no. 28SR0070011
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,416
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 7 over Silver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 7 over Silver Creek in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 101 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 4,416 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,112 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 7 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is FAP 7 over Silver 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 7 over Silver Creek carry?
About 4,416 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 7 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).
Who owns FAP 7 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.