US Bridges

FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 1.46 Mi. N of I-40 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR2040005

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,256
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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 42,256 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,968 by 2041. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 204 348507K
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1.46 Mi. N of I-40 Jct.
RouteState Highway 204
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.18861, -89.89592
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.2 m)
Roadway width91 ft (27.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,256 (2021)
Projected traffic55,968 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad carry?

About 42,256 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 204 348507K over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.