FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek
FairHamilton County, Tennessee · 2.01 Mi. W of SR-153 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR0020023
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 414 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,114
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 33,114 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,888 by 2041. The structure is 414 ft (126.2 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 2 over South 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek carry?
About 33,114 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek?
The structure is 414 ft (126.2 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 2 over South Chickamauga Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.