US Bridges

FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 5.6 Mi.Ne.Of Trenton · Structure no. 27SR0540019

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
264 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,532
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,532 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,051 by 2042. The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 54
CrossesRutherford Fk.Obion Rive
Location5.6 Mi.Ne.Of Trenton
RouteState Highway 54
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.0525, -88.87859
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating34 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length264 ft (80.5 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,532 (2021)
Projected traffic4,051 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive 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 FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive carry?

About 2,532 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive?

The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 54 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.