US Bridges

FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · .5 Mi. W. 3rd Ave & RR Yd · Structure no. 33035520001

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,560
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 14,560 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,834 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3552 736902P
CrossesAbandoned Spur Line
Location.5 Mi. W. 3rd Ave & RR Yd
RouteCity Street 3552
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04895, -85.29369
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,560 (2021)
Projected traffic21,834 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$485,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line carry?

About 14,560 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3552 736902P over Abandoned Spur Line?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.