US Bridges

FAU 3053 over Maize Creek

Good

Madison County, Tennessee · In Jackson City Limits · Structure no. 57M30530003

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,872
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3053 over Maize Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3053 over Maize Creek in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 14,872 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,992 by 2041. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFAU 3053
CrossesMaize Creek
LocationIn Jackson City Limits
RouteCity Street 3053
Coordinates35.68939, -88.84658
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,872 (2021)
Projected traffic22,992 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3053 over Maize Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3053 over Maize 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3053 over Maize Creek carry?

About 14,872 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3053 over Maize Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3053 over Maize Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.