US Bridges

FAP 13 over Chalk Creek

Fair

Wayne County, Tennessee · 4 MI S. of Waynesboro · Structure no. 91SR0130003

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,948
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 13 over Chalk Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 13 over Chalk Creek in Wayne 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 2,948 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,704 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 13
CrossesChalk Creek
Location4 MI S. of Waynesboro
RouteState Highway 13
CountyWayne County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.24861, -87.76749
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,948 (2021)
Projected traffic4,704 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed90.1 mi (145 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$536,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 13 over Chalk Creek built?

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

What condition is FAP 13 over Chalk Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 13 over Chalk Creek carry?

About 2,948 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 13 over Chalk Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 13 over Chalk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.