US Bridges

FAP 6 over Lick Creek

Good

Maury County, Tennessee · 0.49 Mi.N. Jct. FAS 6253 · Structure no. 60SR0060015

Built
1925
100 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,325
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 6 over Lick Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 6 over Lick Creek in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 years old, older 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 10,325 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,688 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 km).

CarriesFAP 6
CrossesLick Creek
Location0.49 Mi.N. Jct. FAS 6253
RouteU.S. Route 43
Coordinates35.57653, -87.13275
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,325 (2021)
Projected traffic16,688 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.7 mi (109 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$250,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 6 over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 6 over Lick 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 6 over Lick Creek carry?

About 10,325 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FAP 6 over Lick Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 6 over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.