US Bridges

FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway

Fair

Claiborne County, Tennessee · 3.2 M W Cumbld Gp Nap Pk · Structure no. 13SR0630011

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,318
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway in Claiborne County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,318 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,709 by 2042. The structure is 146 ft (44.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 82 mi (132 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 63 730805K
CrossesSouthern Railway
Location3.2 M W Cumbld Gp Nap Pk
RouteState Highway 63
CountyClaiborne County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.54659, -83.66987
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length146 ft (44.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,318 (2021)
Projected traffic11,709 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed82 mi (132 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$1.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway carry?

About 7,318 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway?

The structure is 146 ft (44.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 63 730805K over Southern Railway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.