US Bridges

FAP 7 over Leipers Creek

Fair

Maury County, Tennessee · .9 Mi.Sw.Of New Flys Tn. · Structure no. 60SR0070023

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
185 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,899
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 7 over Leipers Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 7 over Leipers Creek in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 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 2,899 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,107 by 2042. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 7
CrossesLeipers Creek
Location.9 Mi.Sw.Of New Flys Tn.
RouteState Highway 7
CountyMaury County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.78893, -87.1651
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,899 (2021)
Projected traffic4,107 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$1.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 7 over Leipers Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 7 over Leipers 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 7 over Leipers Creek carry?

About 2,899 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 7 over Leipers Creek?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 7 over Leipers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.