US Bridges

FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892

Poor

Sullivan County, Tennessee · In Kingsport · Structure no. 82S23690001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
268 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,621
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892 in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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.

It carries about 7,621 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,112 by 2042. The structure is 268 ft (81.8 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3890 243983D
CrossesCSX Railroad & FAU 3892
LocationIn Kingsport
RouteCity Street 3890
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.52752, -82.53761
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadH 20
Structure length268 ft (81.8 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,621 (2021)
Projected traffic11,112 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892 built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892 carry?

About 7,621 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892?

The structure is 268 ft (81.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3890 243983D over CSX Railroad & FAU 3892?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.