FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek
FairJackson County, Tennessee · Mi.N.Of Gainesboro · Structure no. 44SR0530017
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,038
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek is a steel culvert carrying FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek in Jackson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 2,038 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,717 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 53 over Hurricane 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek carry?
About 2,038 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FAP 53 over Hurricane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.