US Bridges

FAP 1 over CSX RR

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 1.5 M SE JCT SR1&SR102 · Structure no. 75SR0010043

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34,465
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over CSX RR is a steel culvert carrying FAP 1 over CSX RR in Rutherford 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 34,465 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,336 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesCSX RR
Location1.5 M SE JCT SR1&SR102
RouteU.S. Route SR001
CountyRutherford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.94105, -86.48286
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.2 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,465 (2021)
Projected traffic46,336 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over CSX RR built?

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

What condition is FAP 1 over CSX RR 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over CSX RR carry?

About 34,465 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over CSX RR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 1 over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.