US Bridges

FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR

Fair

Jefferson County, Tennessee · .4 M NW of SR 32 · Structure no. 450A3910003

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
670
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR in Jefferson 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 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 670 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 995 by 2041. The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5496
CrossesNorfolk/Southern RR
Location.4 M NW of SR 32
RouteCounty Highway 5496
CountyJefferson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.12975, -83.28795
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.3 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic670 (2021)
Projected traffic995 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR carry?

About 670 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR?

The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5496 over Norfolk/Southern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.