US Bridges

FAS 351 over Nolichucky River

Fair

Greene County, Tennessee · 2.0 M N of SR34 · Structure no. 30S23910003

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
408 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,833
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 351 over Nolichucky River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 351 over Nolichucky River in Greene 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 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 1,833 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,933 by 2042. The structure is 408 ft (124.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFAS 351
CrossesNolichucky River
Location2.0 M N of SR34
RouteCounty Highway 351
Coordinates36.2047, -82.68273
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length408 ft (124.5 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,833 (2021)
Projected traffic2,933 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 351 over Nolichucky River built?

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

What condition is FAS 351 over Nolichucky River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 351 over Nolichucky River carry?

About 1,833 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FAS 351 over Nolichucky River?

The structure is 408 ft (124.5 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 351 over Nolichucky River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.