US Bridges

FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 2.8 Mi.S.Of Milan · Structure no. 27SR0430004

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
215 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,471
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad in Gibson 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 13,471 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,979 by 2042. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 43 299193E
CrossesI.C.G. Railroad
Location2.8 Mi.S.Of Milan
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.851, -88.75103
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length215 ft (65.5 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,471 (2021)
Projected traffic18,979 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad built?

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

What condition is FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad carry?

About 13,471 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad?

The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 43 299193E over I.C.G. Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.