US Bridges

FAS 283 over Sequatchie River

Fair

Marion County, Tennessee · West of Powells Crossroad · Structure no. 58SR0270021

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
362 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,237
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 283 over Sequatchie River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 283 over Sequatchie River in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 4,237 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,963 by 2041. The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesFAS 283
CrossesSequatchie River
LocationWest of Powells Crossroad
RouteState Highway 283
Coordinates35.18547, -85.51535
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length362 ft (110.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,237 (2021)
Projected traffic5,963 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 283 over Sequatchie River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 283 over Sequatchie River 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 283 over Sequatchie River carry?

About 4,237 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 283 over Sequatchie River?

The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 283 over Sequatchie River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.