US Bridges

FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek

Fair

Hickman County, Tennessee · In Centerville City Limit · Structure no. 41SR0480023

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,098
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek in Hickman County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1967, 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 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 9,098 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,557 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 48
CrossesDefeated Camp Creek
LocationIn Centerville City Limit
RouteState Highway 48
CountyHickman County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.78785, -87.45016
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 inspectionAugust 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 rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,098 (2021)
Projected traffic14,557 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$589,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is FAP 48 over Defeated Camp 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek carry?

About 9,098 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 48 over Defeated Camp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.