US Bridges

FAP 15 over Tennessee River

Fair

Hardin County, Tennessee · In Savannah · Structure no. 36SR0150009

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,309 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,265
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Tennessee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 15 over Tennessee River in Hardin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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.

It carries about 13,265 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,224 by 2042. The structure is 2,309 ft (703.9 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 15
CrossesTennessee River
LocationIn Savannah
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyHardin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.22473, -88.26452
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+11 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,309 ft (703.9 m)
Longest span527 ft (160.5 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,265 (2021)
Projected traffic21,224 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$114.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Tennessee River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Tennessee 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Tennessee River carry?

About 13,265 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Tennessee River?

The structure is 2,309 ft (703.9 m) long with a longest span of 527 ft (160.5 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 15 over Tennessee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.