US Bridges

FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · 1.1 M W JCT SR252 & SR253 · Structure no. 94SR2530001

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
147 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,386
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad in Williamson 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 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 18,386 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,192 by 2041. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAS 253 350631R
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1.1 M W JCT SR252 & SR253
RouteState Highway 253
Coordinates35.99792, -86.80074
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,386 (2021)
Projected traffic48,192 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$460,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad built?

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

What condition is FAS 253 350631R 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad carry?

About 18,386 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 253 350631R over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.