US Bridges

FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek

Fair

Rutherford County, Tennessee · Enon Springs near Mayfiel · Structure no. 75M33810001

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,269
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 55 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.

It carries about 11,269 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,030 by 2042. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 3381
CrossesStewart Creek
LocationEnon Springs near Mayfiel
RouteCity Street 3381
Coordinates35.97422, -86.50272
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,269 (2021)
Projected traffic18,030 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$355,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is FAU 3381 over Stewart 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek carry?

About 11,269 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3381 over Stewart Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.