US Bridges

FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport

Good

Macon County, Tennessee · SR52 in S E of Red Boling · Structure no. 56SR0520023

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
263 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,360
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport in Macon County, Tennessee. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 2,360 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,485 by 2041. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 49 ft wide.

CarriesFAP 52
CrossesSR6-RL/OLD Williamsport
LocationSR52 in S E of Red Boling
RouteU.S. Route 43
Coordinates36.52323, -85.83572
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length263 ft (80.2 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,360 (2021)
Projected traffic3,485 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport carry?

About 2,360 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport?

The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 52 over SR6-RL/OLD Williamsport?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.