US Bridges

FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S

FairPosted for load

Davidson County, Tennessee · The Woodland St. Bridge · Structure no. 19M32440001

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
834 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,214
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,214 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,643 by 2042. The structure is 834 ft (254.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3244 340985H
CrossesCumberland River & Gay S
LocationThe Woodland St. Bridge
RouteCity Street 3244
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.16687, -86.77637
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating19 US tons
Inventory rating14.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length834 ft (254.2 m)
Longest span320 ft (97.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,214 (2021)
Projected traffic22,643 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S carry?

About 5,214 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S?

The structure is 834 ft (254.2 m) long with a longest span of 320 ft (97.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3244 340985H over Cumberland River & Gay S?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.