US Bridges

FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad

Fair

Washington County, Tennessee · NE of I181 & SR 67 JCT · Structure no. 900B4940003

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
158 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,687
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,687 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,299 by 2042. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3959 244055M
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationNE of I181 & SR 67 JCT
RouteCity Street 3959
CountyWashington County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.31331, -82.33422
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,687 (2021)
Projected traffic4,299 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3959 244055M 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad carry?

About 2,687 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3959 244055M over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.