US Bridges

FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek

Good

Hardeman County, Tennessee · SE of Whiteville · Structure no. 35SR0150043

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,056
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek in Hardeman County, Tennessee. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 3,056 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,880 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

CarriesFAP 15
CrossesDogtail Creek
LocationSE of Whiteville
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.22503, -88.8381
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length53 ft (16.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,056 (2021)
Projected traffic4,880 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$787,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Dogtail 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek carry?

About 3,056 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Dogtail Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.