US Bridges

FAP 11 over Burton Creek

Good

Giles County, Tennessee · 7.9 Mi.Ne.Of Pulaski · Structure no. 28SR0110015

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,319
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 11 over Burton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 11 over Burton Creek in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 3,319 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,197 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesFAP 11
CrossesBurton Creek
Location7.9 Mi.Ne.Of Pulaski
RouteU.S. Route 31
Coordinates35.27553, -86.9184
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,319 (2021)
Projected traffic5,197 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 11 over Burton Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 11 over Burton 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 11 over Burton Creek carry?

About 3,319 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 11 over Burton Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAP 11 over Burton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.