US Bridges

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Sinking Creek

Poor

Wilson County, Tennessee · 7.0 M E JCT SR24&SR109 · Structure no. 95SR0240037

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,355
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Sinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 401 (sr 24) over Sinking 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 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 8,355 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,762 by 2041. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 401 (sr 24)
CrossesSinking Creek
Location7.0 M E JCT SR24&SR109
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20822, -86.29193
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,355 (2021)
Projected traffic13,762 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$347,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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

About 8,355 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

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

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.