US Bridges

FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR

FairPosted for load

Gibson County, Tennessee · 3.1 MI S JCT SR43 & SR54 · Structure no. 27SR0430031

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
279 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,348
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,348 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,776 by 2042. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 43
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location3.1 MI S JCT SR43 & SR54
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.02658, -88.80891
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length279 ft (85 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,348 (2021)
Projected traffic9,776 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR 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 over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 6,348 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 43 over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.