US Bridges

FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Polk Ave @ Hackworth Ave · Structure no. 190A8820003

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
76 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,452
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 73 years old, older 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 9,452 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,208 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFAU 4164 340981F
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationPolk Ave @ Hackworth Ave
RouteCity Street 4164
Coordinates36.13347, -86.74874
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,452 (2021)
Projected traffic18,208 by 2041
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$437,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad carry?

About 9,452 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4164 340981F over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.