FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267
FairHamilton County, Tennessee · 0VER Tn Rv in Chattanooga · Structure no. 33035460001
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 2,618 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,172
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267 in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 15,172 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,275 by 2042. The structure is 2,618 ft (797.9 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267 built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267 carry?
About 15,172 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267?
The structure is 2,618 ft (797.9 m) long with a longest span of 420 ft (128 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 3546 over Tn River & A231 & A267?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.