US Bridges

FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad

Fair

Giles County, Tennessee · 7 Miles North of Pulaski · Structure no. 28SR0070037

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
230 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2042. The structure is 230 ft (70 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFAP 7 350524B
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location7 Miles North of Pulaski
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyGiles County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.30039, -87.02769
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length230 ft (70 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2021)
Projected traffic5,280 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 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)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 7 350524B over CSX 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad carry?

About 3,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 230 ft (70 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 7 350524B over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.