US Bridges

FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Tennessee · In Jefferson City · Structure no. 45S26040001

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,648
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,648 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,771 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2716 (sa 4514)
CrossesMossy Creek
LocationIn Jefferson City
RouteCity Street 2716
CountyJefferson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.12718, -83.48634
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,648 (2021)
Projected traffic7,771 by 2042
Trucks4%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$263,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek carry?

About 5,648 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2716 (sa 4514) over Mossy Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.