US Bridges

Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.)

PoorPosted for load

Davidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 19032520001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
147 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,066
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.) in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 14,066 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,506 by 2042. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesTrinity Ln.
CrossesSR-6 (ellington Pk.)
LocationIn Nashville
RouteCity Street 3253
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.20443, -86.74995
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,066 (2021)
Projected traffic22,506 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.) built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.) carry?

About 14,066 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.)?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Trinity Ln. over SR-6 (ellington Pk.)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.