US Bridges

FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad

PoorPosted for load

Hamilton County, Tennessee · In Tiftonia · Structure no. 33SR0020007

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,998
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,998 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,997 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2 350056J
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationIn Tiftonia
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.02112, -85.35391
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,998 (2021)
Projected traffic15,997 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad carry?

About 9,998 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2 350056J over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.