US Bridges

FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad

Good

Washington County, Tennessee · In Johnson City · Structure no. 90S23880003

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
127 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,080
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 8,080 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,752 by 2040. The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 3994 244040X
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationIn Johnson City
RouteCity Street 3994
Coordinates36.30103, -82.39175
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.6 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,080 (2021)
Projected traffic12,752 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$575,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3994 244040X 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad carry?

About 8,080 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3994 244040X over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.