US Bridges

FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074

Good

Anderson County, Tennessee · In Clinton-E Off US 25W · Structure no. 01SR0610027

Built
1987
38 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
352 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,791
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074 in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 38 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 24,791 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,666 by 2042. The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 61
CrossesNorfolk S RR & FAU 4074
LocationIn Clinton-E Off US 25W
RouteState Highway 61
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.10345, -84.12925
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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.3 m)
Longest span136 ft (41.5 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,791 (2021)
Projected traffic39,666 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074 built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074 carry?

About 24,791 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074?

The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 61 over Norfolk S RR & FAU 4074?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.