US Bridges

FAP 5 over Muddy Creek

Fair

McNairy County, Tennessee · 1.2 Mi.N.Of Miss.St.Line · Structure no. 55SR0050001

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,957
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 5 over Muddy Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 5 over Muddy Creek in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 10,957 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,360 by 2040. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 5
CrossesMuddy Creek
Location1.2 Mi.N.Of Miss.St.Line
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMcNairy County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04889, -88.53422
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.7 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,957 (2021)
Projected traffic15,360 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 5 over Muddy Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 5 over Muddy 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 5 over Muddy Creek carry?

About 10,957 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 5 over Muddy Creek?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.7 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 5 over Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.