US Bridges

FAU 4855 over Stones Creek

Fair

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.2 MI E JCT I40&SR171 · Structure no. 950A6410001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,431
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4855 over Stones Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4855 over Stones Creek in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 6,431 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,290 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4855
CrossesStones Creek
Location1.2 MI E JCT I40&SR171
RouteCity Street 4855
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.17092, -86.49143
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic6,431 (2021)
Projected traffic10,290 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$299,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4855 over Stones Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4855 over Stones 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 4855 over Stones Creek carry?

About 6,431 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4855 over Stones Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 4855 over Stones Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.