US Bridges

FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · Near SR-8 Underpass · Structure no. 33053950003

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
78 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,421
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,421 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,874 by 2042. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 5395
CrossesPedestrian Walkway
LocationNear SR-8 Underpass
RouteCity Street 5395
Coordinates35.05657, -85.31
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.7 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,421 (2021)
Projected traffic19,874 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$331,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway carry?

About 12,421 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.7 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5395 over Pedestrian Walkway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.