US Bridges

FAP 57 over Hatchie River

Good

Hardeman County, Tennessee · East of Pocahontas · Structure no. 35SR0570027

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
347 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,737
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 57 over Hatchie River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 57 over Hatchie River in Hardeman 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,737 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,416 by 2040. The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 km).

CarriesFAP 57
CrossesHatchie River
LocationEast of Pocahontas
RouteState Highway 57
Coordinates35.05547, -88.79936
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length347 ft (105.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,737 (2021)
Projected traffic2,416 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.8 mi (101 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 57 over Hatchie River built?

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

What condition is FAP 57 over Hatchie River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 57 over Hatchie River carry?

About 1,737 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 57 over Hatchie River?

The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 57 over Hatchie River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.