US Bridges

FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway

Good

Fayette County, Tennessee · 2 Miles E. of LA Grange · Structure no. 24SR0180001

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,617
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,617 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,787 by 2042. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

CarriesFAP 18 732082F
CrossesSouthern Railway
Location2 Miles E. of LA Grange
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates35.04875, -89.20803
Functional classRural Minor 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 2024
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 rating54.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,617 (2021)
Projected traffic5,787 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 18 732082F over Southern Railway built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 18 732082F 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway carry?

About 3,617 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 18 732082F over Southern Railway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.