US Bridges

FAP 15 over Graham Creek

Good

McNairy County, Tennessee · 4 Mi.W.Of Adamsville · Structure no. 55SR0150013

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,250
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Graham Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Graham Creek in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8,250 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,952 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesFAP 15
CrossesGraham Creek
Location4 Mi.W.Of Adamsville
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.20286, -88.46381
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,250 (2021)
Projected traffic15,952 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Graham Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Graham 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 Graham Creek carry?

About 8,250 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Graham Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Graham Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.