FAU 5416 over Richland Creek
FairRhea County, Tennessee · 1 MI N of Dayton · Structure no. 720A0980001
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 67 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,909
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 5416 over Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5416 over Richland Creek in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,909 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,040 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 5416 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 5416 over Richland 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FAU 5416 over Richland Creek carry?
About 2,909 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 5416 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FAU 5416 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.