SR 18 over Meridian Creek
GoodMadison County, Tennessee · 3.01 Mi.North of Medon · Structure no. 57SR0180001
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 56 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,758
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 18 over Meridian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 18 over Meridian Creek in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 5,758 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,082 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 18 over Meridian Creek built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 18 over Meridian 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 18 over Meridian Creek carry?
About 5,758 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Meridian Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns SR 18 over Meridian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.