US Bridges

FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 1 M N of I24 · Structure no. 190B3100001

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
156 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,453
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,453 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,552 by 2041. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4960 349230U
CrossesOld Franklin RD / CSX RR
Location1 M N of I24
RouteCity Street 4960
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04029, -86.63335
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.5 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,453 (2021)
Projected traffic5,552 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR carry?

About 2,453 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4960 349230U over Old Franklin RD / CSX RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.