US Bridges

FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch

Fair

Hardeman County, Tennessee · In Middleton · Structure no. 35SR1250005

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,763
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch in Hardeman County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 77 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 4,763 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,408 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 125
CrossesCrystal Spring Branch
LocationIn Middleton
RouteState Highway 125
CountyHardeman County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04075, -88.89361
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,763 (2021)
Projected traffic7,408 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$232,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch carry?

About 4,763 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 125 over Crystal Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.