US Bridges

FAP 43 over SR 5

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · N of Jackson · Structure no. 57SR0050039

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
268 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,685
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 43 over SR 5 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 43 over SR 5 in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 15,685 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,624 by 2041. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 43
CrossesSR 5
LocationN of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.76097, -88.846
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length268 ft (81.7 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,685 (2021)
Projected traffic21,624 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 43 over SR 5 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 43 over SR 5 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 43 over SR 5 carry?

About 15,685 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 43 over SR 5?

The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 43 over SR 5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.