FAP 53 over Dry Creek
GoodSmith County, Tennessee · 1.53 Mi.W.Of Gordonsville · Structure no. 80SR0530003
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 873
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 53 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 53 over Dry Creek in Smith County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 873 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,752 by 2041. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 53 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 53 over Dry 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 53 over Dry Creek carry?
About 873 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 53 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FAP 53 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.