US Bridges

FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR

PoorPosted for load

Maury County, Tennessee · In Columbia City Limits · Structure no. 60K31940001

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,803
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,803 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,285 by 2042. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 3194 350583D
CrossesTennessee Southern RR
LocationIn Columbia City Limits
RouteCity Street 3194
Coordinates35.62767, -87.06229
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,803 (2021)
Projected traffic9,285 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$220,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR carry?

About 5,803 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3194 350583D over Tennessee Southern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.