US Bridges

FAS 299 over I40

FairPosted for load

Cumberland County, Tennessee · 2.4 Miles South of SR001 · Structure no. 18I00400051

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
282 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,374
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 299 over I40 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAS 299 over I40 in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,374 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,256 by 2042. The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 299
CrossesI40
Location2.4 Miles South of SR001
RouteState Highway 299
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.89296, -84.73412
Functional classRural Major 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
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length282 ft (86 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,374 (2021)
Projected traffic2,256 by 2042
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 299 over I40 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 299 over I40 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 299 over I40 carry?

About 1,374 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is FAS 299 over I40?

The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 299 over I40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.