US Bridges

FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR

Good

Marion County, Tennessee · South Pittsburg · Structure no. 58SR0270013

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
352 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,950
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 11,950 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,232 by 2040. The structure is 352 ft (107.2 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesFAP 27
CrossesNfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR
LocationSouth Pittsburg
RouteU.S. Route 72
Coordinates35.01864, -85.69763
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.2 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,950 (2021)
Projected traffic19,232 by 2040
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR carry?

About 11,950 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR?

The structure is 352 ft (107.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 27 over Nfa 0A661 & Seq Val RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.