US Bridges

FAP 58 over Hiwassee River

FairPosted for load

Meigs County, Tennessee · South of Big Springs · Structure no. 61SR0580003

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,810 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,120
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 58 over Hiwassee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 58 over Hiwassee River in Meigs County, Tennessee. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,120 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,592 by 2042. The structure is 1,810 ft (551.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 58
CrossesHiwassee River
LocationSouth of Big Springs
RouteState Highway 58
CountyMeigs County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.36511, -84.91106
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating10.4 US tons
Inventory rating6.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+8 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,810 ft (551.7 m)
Longest span300 ft (91.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,120 (2021)
Projected traffic6,592 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 58 over Hiwassee River built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 58 over Hiwassee 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 58 over Hiwassee River carry?

About 4,120 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 58 over Hiwassee River?

The structure is 1,810 ft (551.7 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 58 over Hiwassee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.