US Bridges

FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad

Good

Sumner County, Tennessee · Indian Lake Blvd. · Structure no. 83039430001

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
307 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,971
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 17,971 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,736 by 2041. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3943 343812D
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationIndian Lake Blvd.
RouteCity Street 3943
CountySumner County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.32421, -86.59769
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length307 ft (93.6 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.2 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,971 (2021)
Projected traffic16,736 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3943 343812D 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad carry?

About 17,971 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.2 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3943 343812D over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.