FAP 96 over Sinking Creek
GoodRutherford County, Tennessee · .3 M E SR96&SR10 · Structure no. 75SR0960031
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,681
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 96 over Sinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 96 over Sinking Creek in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 23,681 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,808 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 96 over Sinking Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 96 over Sinking 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAP 96 over Sinking Creek carry?
About 23,681 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAP 96 over Sinking Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns FAP 96 over Sinking Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.