US Bridges

FAP 48 over Indian Creek

Poor

Hickman County, Tennessee · 2.1 Mi.S.Of Centerville · Structure no. 41SR0480015

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,623
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 48 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 48 over Indian Creek in Hickman County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,623 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,197 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 48
CrossesIndian Creek
Location2.1 Mi.S.Of Centerville
RouteState Highway 48
CountyHickman County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.73263, -87.47452
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic2,623 (2021)
Projected traffic4,197 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$487,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 48 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 48 over Indian Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 48 over Indian Creek carry?

About 2,623 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 48 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 48 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.