US Bridges

FAP 397 over Spencer Creek

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · 2.2 M NW JCT I65&SR96 · Structure no. 94SR3970012

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
367 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,973
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 397 over Spencer Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 397 over Spencer Creek in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 23,973 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,944 by 2041. The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 397
CrossesSpencer Creek
Location2.2 M NW JCT I65&SR96
RouteState Highway 397
Coordinates35.94328, -86.8449
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length367 ft (111.9 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,973 (2021)
Projected traffic40,944 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 397 over Spencer Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 397 over Spencer 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 397 over Spencer Creek carry?

About 23,973 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 397 over Spencer Creek?

The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 397 over Spencer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.