US Bridges

FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr.

FairPosted for load

Knox County, Tennessee · Strawberry Plns Pk · Structure no. 47S24080001

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel Continuous
Length
855 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,259
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr. is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr. in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,259 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,624 by 2040. The structure is 855 ft (260.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1124 (sa 4729)
CrossesHolston R./R. Shores Dr.
LocationStrawberry Plns Pk
RouteCity Street 1124
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.98478, -83.85876
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+7 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length855 ft (260.6 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,259 (2021)
Projected traffic6,624 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$11.4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr. built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr. 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr. carry?

About 4,259 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr.?

The structure is 855 ft (260.6 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1124 (sa 4729) over Holston R./R. Shores Dr.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.