US Bridges

FAP 15 over Rose Creek

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McNairy County, Tennessee · 4.5 Mi.W.Of Selmer · Structure no. 55SR0150009

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,060
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Rose Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Rose Creek in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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.

It carries about 3,060 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,896 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 15
CrossesRose Creek
Location4.5 Mi.W.Of Selmer
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyMcNairy County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.19381, -88.65017
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,060 (2021)
Projected traffic4,896 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Rose Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Rose 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Rose Creek carry?

About 3,060 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Rose Creek?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Rose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.