US Bridges

FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek

Good

McNairy County, Tennessee · 1.95 Mile East of Selmer · Structure no. 55SR1420003

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,262
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,262 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,019 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesFAS 142
CrossesN. Fk. Oxford Creek
Location1.95 Mile East of Selmer
RouteState Highway 142
Coordinates35.14686, -88.52267
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,262 (2021)
Projected traffic2,019 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford 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 FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek carry?

About 1,262 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 142 over N. Fk. Oxford Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.