US Bridges

FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 2 M W of Franklin CO Line · Structure no. 52SR0150045

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,578
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,578 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,725 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 15
CrossesHuckleberry Creek
Location2 M W of Franklin CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.06361, -86.34998
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic3,578 (2021)
Projected traffic5,725 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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 FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Huckleberry 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek carry?

About 3,578 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Huckleberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.