FAP 53 over Dillard Creek
GoodSmith County, Tennessee · 5.2 Mi.Ne.Of Gordonsville · Structure no. 80SR0530009
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 49 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 692
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 53 over Dillard Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 53 over Dillard Creek in Smith 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 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 692 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,086 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 53 over Dillard Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 53 over Dillard 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 Dillard Creek carry?
About 692 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 53 over Dillard Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 53 over Dillard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.