US Bridges

FAP 20 over Lick Creek

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 1.1 MI N of SR114 · Structure no. 39SR0200019

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,134
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Lick Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Lick Creek in Henderson 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 6,134 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,448 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesLick Creek
Location1.1 MI N of SR114
RouteState Highway 20
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.63036, -88.29604
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,134 (2021)
Projected traffic10,448 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 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$461,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Lick Creek built?

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

What condition is FAP 20 over Lick 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Lick Creek carry?

About 6,134 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Lick Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.