US Bridges

FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 2.4 Mi.N.Of Tn. Rv. · Structure no. 33SR1530030

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
184 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,657
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153 is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153 in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6 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 24,657 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,034 by 2042. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3588 Sbl
CrossesSR 153
Location2.4 Mi.N.Of Tn. Rv.
RouteCity Street 3588
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.1313, -85.24435
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,657 (2021)
Projected traffic35,034 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153 carry?

About 24,657 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3588 Sbl over SR 153?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.