US Bridges

FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.86 Mi. W of SR-319 Jct. · Structure no. 33FA0940003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
539 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,976
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 31,976 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,162 by 2042. The structure is 539 ft (164.3 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5395
CrossesS. Chickamauga Creek
Location0.86 Mi. W of SR-319 Jct.
RouteCity Street 5395
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.08732, -85.26076
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length539 ft (164.3 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,976 (2021)
Projected traffic51,162 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$7.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek 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 FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek carry?

About 31,976 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek?

The structure is 539 ft (164.3 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5395 over S. Chickamauga Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.