US Bridges

FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD

Good

Anderson County, Tennessee · 1.0 SW of JCT SR170&SR62 · Structure no. 01SR0620011

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
274 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30,667
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 30,667 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,152 by 2041. The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFAP 62
Crosses5391 - Bethel Valley RD
Location1.0 SW of JCT SR170&SR62
RouteState Highway 62
Coordinates35.98755, -84.21585
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length274 ft (83.5 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.4 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,667 (2021)
Projected traffic55,152 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.3 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD carry?

About 30,667 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD?

The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.4 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 62 over 5391 - Bethel Valley RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.