US Bridges

FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · 3.2 MI SW JCT SR5&SR43 · Structure no. 570A0790001

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,739
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6 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 1,739 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,768 by 2041. The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1658 (sa 5729)
CrossesMoize Creek
Location3.2 MI SW JCT SR5&SR43
RouteCity Street 1658
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.71792, -88.85689
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.7 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,739 (2021)
Projected traffic4,768 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek carry?

About 1,739 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek?

The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1658 (sa 5729) over Moize Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.