US Bridges

FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek

Poor

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.0 MI West of Lebanon · Structure no. 95F00360003

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
91 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,354
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 7,354 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,766 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5364 (sa 9506)
CrossesBarton Creek
Location1.0 MI West of Lebanon
RouteCity Street 5364
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.19593, -86.32965
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,354 (2021)
Projected traffic11,766 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$850,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek carry?

About 7,354 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.