US Bridges

FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek

Fair

Giles County, Tennessee · In Pulaski City Limits · Structure no. 28SR0150017

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,242
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 6 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 7,242 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,338 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5313
CrossesPleasant Run Creek
LocationIn Pulaski City Limits
RouteCity Street 5313
CountyGiles County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.19651, -87.03098
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,242 (2021)
Projected traffic11,338 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$350,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek carry?

About 7,242 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 5313 over Pleasant Run Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.