US Bridges

FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · In Nashville · Structure no. 19FA1310001

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
109 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,292
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 59 years old, older 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 5 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 31,292 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,966 by 2041. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 125 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 254 350216V
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationIn Nashville
RouteState Highway 254
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.03731, -86.78636
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.2 m)
Deck width125 ft (38.1 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,292 (2021)
Projected traffic81,966 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad carry?

About 31,292 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 254 350216V over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.