US Bridges

FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R.

Fair

Fayette County, Tennessee · State Hwy. 57 · Structure no. 24SR0570031

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
202 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,749
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R. in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 8,749 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,608 by 2040. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 57
CrossesNorfolk Southern R.R.
LocationState Hwy. 57
RouteState Highway 57
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04315, -89.57125
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length202 ft (61.6 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,749 (2021)
Projected traffic14,608 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 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 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R. built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R. 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R. carry?

About 8,749 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R.?

The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 57 over Norfolk Southern R.R.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.