US Bridges

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River

Fair

Warren County, Tennessee · 1 M North of SR55 Br JCT · Structure no. 89SR0550011

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
400 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,407
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6 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 11,407 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,216 by 2041. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAP 403 (sr 55)
CrossesBarren Fork River
Location1 M North of SR55 Br JCT
RouteState Highway 55
Coordinates35.66703, -85.81955
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,407 (2021)
Projected traffic16,216 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River carry?

About 11,407 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 403 (sr 55) over Barren Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.