US Bridges

FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Bradley County, Tennessee · 1MI East of Cleveland · Structure no. 060Z0070001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
165 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,257
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 13,257 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,856 by 2042. The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFAU 1156 731626X
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location1MI East of Cleveland
RouteCity Street 1156
Coordinates35.1857, -84.81953
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,257 (2021)
Projected traffic20,856 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 13,257 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1156 731626X over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.