US Bridges

FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Charlotteave/James Rdb Pk · Structure no. 19SR0060013

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
86 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,906
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 22,906 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,992 by 2041. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3241
CrossesJames Robertson Pkwy
LocationCharlotteave/James Rdb Pk
RouteCity Street 3241
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.16379, -86.7865
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,906 (2021)
Projected traffic40,992 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy 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 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy carry?

About 22,906 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3241 over James Robertson Pkwy?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.