US Bridges

FAS 203 over German Creek

Good

Hardin County, Tennessee · 1.9 Mi.W.Of Wayne Co. · Structure no. 36S61940011

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
436
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 203 over German Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 203 over German Creek in Hardin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 436 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 698 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 203
CrossesGerman Creek
Location1.9 Mi.W.Of Wayne Co.
RouteState Highway 203
CountyHardin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.13639, -88.01466
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic436 (2021)
Projected traffic698 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 FAS 203 over German Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 203 over German 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 203 over German Creek carry?

About 436 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 203 over German Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 203 over German Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.