US Bridges

FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad

Good

Sullivan County, Tennessee · 1.7 M SE JCT I81&I181 · Structure no. 820B1600001

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
154
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 154 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 346 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFAU 4429 244005J
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1.7 M SE JCT I81&I181
RouteCity Street 4429
Coordinates36.44465, -82.49545
Functional classUrban Collector

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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic154 (2021)
Projected traffic346 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad 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 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad carry?

About 154 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4429 244005J over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.