US Bridges

FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Thompson LN/I65&SS RR · Structure no. 19I00650011

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
510 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,106
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 24,106 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,646 by 2042. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 155 350209K
CrossesI65 &csx RR
LocationThompson LN/I65&SS RR
RouteState Highway SR155
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.11073, -86.7714
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length510 ft (155.4 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width108 ft (32.9 m)
Roadway width106 ft (32.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,106 (2021)
Projected traffic43,646 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 155 350209K over I65 &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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR carry?

About 24,106 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR?

The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 155 350209K over I65 &csx RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.