US Bridges

FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad

PoorPosted for load

Washington County, Tennessee · 1.6 M SW JCT SR34&SR91 · Structure no. 90SR0340007

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1959
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
123 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,789
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 94 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 27,789 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,462 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAP 34 244038W
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1.6 M SW JCT SR34&SR91
RouteU.S. Route 11
Coordinates36.31014, -82.3932
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.8 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,789 (2021)
Projected traffic44,462 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.

What condition is FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad carry?

About 27,789 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 34 244038W over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.