US Bridges

FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch

Fair

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 2.6 M E JCT SR11&SR269 · Structure no. 75SR0160007

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,865
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 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 7,865 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,248 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFAP 16
CrossesCheatham Branch
Location2.6 M E JCT SR11&SR269
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyRutherford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.74012, -86.64996
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,865 (2021)
Projected traffic11,248 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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$307,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch carry?

About 7,865 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 16 over Cheatham Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.