US Bridges

FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad

Good

Robertson County, Tennessee · .8 MI N of Adams · Structure no. 74SR0110007

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,654
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad in Robertson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 2,654 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,672 by 2040. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 km).

CarriesFAP 11 348144U
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location.8 MI N of Adams
RouteU.S. Route US041
Coordinates36.5877, -87.07917
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 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 rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,654 (2021)
Projected traffic4,672 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed87 mi (140 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 11 348144U 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad carry?

About 2,654 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 11 348144U over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.