US Bridges

FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave)

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · .5 MI W Maccallie Tunnel · Structure no. 33SR0020019

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
340 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,811
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave) is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave) in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 8,811 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,098 by 2042. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 35 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFAU 5404
CrossesSR 2 (dodds Ave)
Location.5 MI W Maccallie Tunnel
RouteCity Street 5404
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.0316, -85.26418
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
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 inspectionJune 2023
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+9 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,811 (2021)
Projected traffic14,098 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave) built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave) 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 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave) carry?

About 8,811 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave)?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5404 over SR 2 (dodds Ave)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.