US Bridges

FAP 397 over CSX Railroad

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · 2.4 M NW JCT I65&SR96 · Structure no. 94SR3970013

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,973
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 397 over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 397 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 23,973 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,274 by 2042. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 397
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location2.4 M NW JCT I65&SR96
RouteState Highway 397
Coordinates35.94438, -86.8464
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,973 (2021)
Projected traffic33,274 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 397 over CSX Railroad built?

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

What condition is FAP 397 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 FAP 397 over CSX Railroad carry?

About 23,973 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 397 over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 397 over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.