US Bridges

FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad

Fair

Henry County, Tennessee · In Paris City Limits · Structure no. 40SR0540017

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
210 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,253
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 7,253 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,605 by 2042. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 54 348317G
CrossesKwt Railroad
LocationIn Paris City Limits
RouteState Highway 54
CountyHenry County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.30233, -88.33775
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,253 (2021)
Projected traffic11,605 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 54 348317G over Kwt 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad carry?

About 7,253 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 54 348317G over Kwt Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.