US Bridges

FAS 127 over Elk River

Good

Franklin County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.Ne.Of Capitol Hill · Structure no. 26SR1270001

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
375 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,405
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 127 over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 127 over Elk River in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 5,405 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,757 by 2042. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 127
CrossesElk River
Location2 Mi.Ne.Of Capitol Hill
RouteState Highway 127
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.29964, -86.05956
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 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 length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,405 (2021)
Projected traffic7,757 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 127 over Elk River built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 127 over Elk River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 127 over Elk River carry?

About 5,405 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 127 over Elk River?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 127 over Elk River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.