US Bridges

FAP 30 over Tennessee River

Fair

Rhea County, Tennessee · Borders Meigs CO · Structure no. 72SR0300013

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,786 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,174
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 30 over Tennessee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 30 over Tennessee River in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5 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 4,174 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,678 by 2042. The structure is 2,786 ft (849.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 30
CrossesTennessee River
LocationBorders Meigs CO
RouteState Highway 30
CountyRhea County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.53672, -84.8868
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,786 ft (849.2 m)
Longest span525 ft (160 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,174 (2021)
Projected traffic6,678 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$30.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 30 over Tennessee River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 30 over Tennessee 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 FAP 30 over Tennessee River carry?

About 4,174 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 30 over Tennessee River?

The structure is 2,786 ft (849.2 m) long with a longest span of 525 ft (160 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 30 over Tennessee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.