US Bridges

FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad

Fair

Henry County, Tennessee · In Paris City Limits · Structure no. 40SR0760003

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
158 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,574
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8,574 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,718 by 2042. The structure is 158 ft (48.3 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 76 344723P
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationIn Paris City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 79
CountyHenry County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.28983, -88.31939
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.3 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.8 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,574 (2021)
Projected traffic13,718 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 344723P 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad carry?

About 8,574 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 158 ft (48.3 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 76 344723P over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.