US Bridges

FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR

GoodPosted for load

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.42 Mi. S of SR-317 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR1530017

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
315 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
78,098
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 63 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 78,098 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 97,166 by 2041. The structure is 315 ft (96.1 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 153 350077C
CrossesSou Rwy & CSX RR
Location0.42 Mi. S of SR-317 Jct.
RouteState Highway 153
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.0691, -85.19627
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length315 ft (96.1 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.4 m)
Deck width126 ft (38.4 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic78,098 (2021)
Projected traffic97,166 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
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$2,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR carry?

About 78,098 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR?

The structure is 315 ft (96.1 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.4 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 153 350077C over Sou Rwy & CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.