US Bridges

FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR

FairPosted for load

Madison County, Tennessee · In Jackson City Limits · Structure no. 57M30580001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
147 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,337
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,337 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,202 by 2041. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3058 299391A
CrossesWest Tennessee RR
LocationIn Jackson City Limits
RouteCity Street 3058
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.61694, -88.81155
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,337 (2021)
Projected traffic4,202 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee 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 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR carry?

About 1,337 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3058 299391A over West Tennessee RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.