US Bridges

FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28

Good

Sequatchie County, Tennessee · SR-111NB / SR-28 Jct. · Structure no. 77SR0280027

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
217 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,589
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28 in Sequatchie County, Tennessee. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 11,589 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,542 by 2042. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 111
CrossesSR-111 NB / SR-28
LocationSR-111NB / SR-28 Jct.
RouteState Highway 111
CountySequatchie County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.39555, -85.37372
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,589 (2021)
Projected traffic18,542 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28 built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28 carry?

About 11,589 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 111 over SR-111 NB / SR-28?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.