US Bridges

FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · In Trenton City Limits · Structure no. 27SR0540015

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
169 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,331
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,331 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,899 by 2042. The structure is 169 ft (51.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 54 299438T
CrossesW Tenn Railroad
LocationIn Trenton City Limits
RouteState Highway 54
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.96543, -88.95165
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length169 ft (51.6 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,331 (2021)
Projected traffic4,899 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$1.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad carry?

About 3,331 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad?

The structure is 169 ft (51.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 54 299438T over W Tenn Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.