US Bridges

FAP 72 over CSX Railroad

Good

Monroe County, Tennessee · 1 MI N. of Vonroe · Structure no. 62SR0720001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,767
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 72 over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 72 over CSX Railroad in Monroe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 13,767 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,384 by 2041. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 72
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1 MI N. of Vonroe
RouteState Highway 72
CountyMonroe County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.57925, -84.27251
Functional classRural Minor 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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length157 ft (47.8 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,767 (2021)
Projected traffic18,384 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 72 over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 72 over CSX Railroad 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 72 over CSX Railroad carry?

About 13,767 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 72 over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 72 over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.