US Bridges

FAP 3 over Cane Creek

Fair

Lauderdale County, Tennessee · 0.15 Mi. N of SR-19 Jct. · Structure no. 49SR0030003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,593
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 3 over Cane Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 3 over Cane Creek in Lauderdale County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 18,593 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,611 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 3
CrossesCane Creek
Location0.15 Mi. N of SR-19 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 51
CountyLauderdale County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.75661, -89.54903
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,593 (2021)
Projected traffic27,611 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$688,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 3 over Cane Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 3 over Cane 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 3 over Cane Creek carry?

About 18,593 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 3 over Cane Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m).

Who owns FAP 3 over Cane Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.