US Bridges

FAP 5 over Meridian Creek

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · .3 Mi.S.E. of Jackson · Structure no. 57SR0050013

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,179
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 5 over Meridian Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 5 over Meridian Creek in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 19,179 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,918 by 2041. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 5
CrossesMeridian Creek
Location.3 Mi.S.E. of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.54995, -88.8065
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,179 (2021)
Projected traffic26,918 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 5 over Meridian Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 5 over Meridian 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 5 over Meridian Creek carry?

About 19,179 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 5 over Meridian Creek?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 5 over Meridian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.