US Bridges

FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek

Good

Sumner County, Tennessee · 3.7 M E JCT SR52&SR174 · Structure no. 83SR0520017

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,489
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5,489 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,296 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesFAP 52
CrossesMiddle Fork Creek
Location3.7 M E JCT SR52&SR174
RouteState Highway SR052
Coordinates36.5655, -86.32048
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,489 (2021)
Projected traffic9,296 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$481,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 52 over Middle Fork 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek carry?

About 5,489 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 52 over Middle Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.