US Bridges

FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards)

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 0.14 Mi. E. SR-6 · Structure no. 19S63550001

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
497 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
29,513
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards) in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 29,513 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,698 by 2041. The structure is 497 ft (151.4 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 255 350212T
CrossesCSX RR (radnor Yards)
Location0.14 Mi. E. SR-6
RouteState Highway 255
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08166, -86.76167
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating64.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length497 ft (151.4 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.5 m)
Roadway width113 ft (34.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,513 (2021)
Projected traffic33,698 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards) built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards) 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 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards) carry?

About 29,513 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards)?

The structure is 497 ft (151.4 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 255 350212T over CSX RR (radnor Yards)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.