US Bridges

FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 2.2 MI NW JCT I24&SR266 · Structure no. 75F00490003

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,217
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 31,217 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,947 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 1057 (sa 7526)
CrossesHurricane Creek
Location2.2 MI NW JCT I24&SR266
RouteCity Street 1057
Coordinates35.99768, -86.59668
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,217 (2021)
Projected traffic49,947 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek carry?

About 31,217 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAU 1057 (sa 7526) over Hurricane Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.