US Bridges

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 2.5 M SW Smith CO Line · Structure no. 95SR0240021

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,605
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 4,605 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,368 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesFAP 401 (sr 24)
CrossesCaney Creek
Location2.5 M SW Smith CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates36.24095, -86.16167
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,605 (2021)
Projected traffic7,368 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$250,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek carry?

About 4,605 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 401 (sr 24) over Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.