US Bridges

SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek

GoodPosted for load

Lawrence County, Tennessee · 2.5 Mi.S.Of Lawrenceburg · Structure no. 50SR0150021

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
580 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,323
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,323 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,917 by 2042. The structure is 580 ft (176.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSR-15 (US-64)
CrossesShoal Creek
Location2.5 Mi.S.Of Lawrenceburg
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.21509, -87.36404
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length580 ft (176.8 m)
Longest span230 ft (70.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,323 (2021)
Projected traffic6,917 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek carry?

About 4,323 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek?

The structure is 580 ft (176.8 m) long with a longest span of 230 ft (70.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR-15 (US-64) over Shoal Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.