US Bridges

FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek

FairPosted for load

Putnam County, Tennessee · 2MI North of I40 · Structure no. 71S44140001

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,827
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek in Putnam County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,827 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,523 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1146 (SA7113)
CrossesCane Creek
Location2MI North of I40
RouteCity Street 1146
CountyPutnam County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.16023, -85.54953
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,827 (2021)
Projected traffic4,523 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$191,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek carry?

About 2,827 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1146 (SA7113) over Cane Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.