US Bridges

FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw

FairPosted for load

Bradley County, Tennessee · In Cleveland City Limits · Structure no. 06SR0600026

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
379 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,381
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 29,381 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,224 by 2041. The structure is 379 ft (115.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 60 731629T
CrossesNfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw
LocationIn Cleveland City Limits
RouteState Highway 60
CountyBradley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.16568, -84.8478
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length379 ft (115.5 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,381 (2021)
Projected traffic46,224 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw carry?

About 29,381 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw?

The structure is 379 ft (115.5 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 60 731629T over Nfa A576-FAU 3645-SOU Rw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.