US Bridges

Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad

Fair

Washington County, Tennessee · Btwn SR36 & I181 · Structure no. 90026420003

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
213 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,773
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 2,773 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,437 by 2042. The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2642 244017D
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationBtwn SR36 & I181
RouteCounty Highway 2642
CountyWashington County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.40565, -82.44672
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.5 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 length213 ft (64.8 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,773 (2021)
Projected traffic4,437 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$898,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2642 244017D 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad carry?

About 2,773 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2642 244017D over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.