US Bridges

FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway

Good

Bradley County, Tennessee · In Cleveland City Limits · Structure no. 06SR0404013

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,589
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway 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 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 27,589 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,405 by 2042. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAP 311 719639W
CrossesSouthern Railway
LocationIn Cleveland City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.13162, -84.88573
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,589 (2021)
Projected traffic43,405 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway built?

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

What condition is FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway carry?

About 27,589 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 311 719639W over Southern Railway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.