US Bridges

FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181

FairPosted for load

Bradley County, Tennessee · In Cleveland City Limits · Structure no. 06SR0404009

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,957
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181 in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 21,957 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,544 by 2041. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 311
CrossesBlue Spring RD (nfa 1181
LocationIn Cleveland City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyBradley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.1327, -84.88969
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,957 (2021)
Projected traffic34,544 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181 carry?

About 21,957 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 311 over Blue Spring RD (nfa 1181?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.