US Bridges

FAP 11 over Red River

Good

Robertson County, Tennessee · 1 MI N Adams · Structure no. 74SR0110009

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

About this bridge

FAP 11 over Red River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 11 over Red River 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 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 87 mi (140 km).

CarriesFAP 11
CrossesRed River
Location1 MI N Adams
RouteU.S. Route US041
Coordinates36.59002, -87.08791
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length281 ft (85.6 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 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
CrossesWaterway
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$3.5 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 11 over Red River built?

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

What condition is FAP 11 over Red River 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 over Red River carry?

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

How long is FAP 11 over Red River?

The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 11 over Red River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.