FAU 126 over South Holston River
GoodPosted for loadSullivan County, Tennessee · In Kingsport City Limits · Structure no. 82SR0935003
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,028 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,051
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 126 over South Holston River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAU 126 over South Holston River in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 15,051 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,198 by 2042. The structure is 1,028 ft (313.3 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 126 over South Holston River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 126 over South Holston River 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 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 126 over South Holston River carry?
About 15,051 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 126 over South Holston River?
The structure is 1,028 ft (313.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 126 over South Holston River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.