US Bridges

FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway

Good

Knox County, Tennessee · Washington Ave-N of I640 · Structure no. 47012890001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
179 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,740
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 20,740 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,184 by 2042. The structure is 179 ft (54.7 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 1289 730483Y
CrossesSouthern Railway
LocationWashington Ave-N of I640
RouteCity Street 1289
Coordinates36.03435, -83.88799
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length179 ft (54.7 m)
Longest span59 ft (18.1 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,740 (2021)
Projected traffic33,184 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway carry?

About 20,740 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway?

The structure is 179 ft (54.7 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1289 730483Y over Southern Railway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.