US Bridges

FAS 171 over Stones River

FairPosted for load

Davidson County, Tennessee · 3.1 Mi. Ne. SR 1 · Structure no. 19F00210005

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,920 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,504
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 171 over Stones River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 171 over Stones River in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 13,504 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,606 by 2042. The structure is 1,920 ft (585.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 171
CrossesStones River
Location3.1 Mi. Ne. SR 1
RouteState Highway 171
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08192, -86.56709
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+20 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,920 ft (585.2 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,504 (2021)
Projected traffic21,606 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$9.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 171 over Stones River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 171 over Stones River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 171 over Stones River carry?

About 13,504 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 171 over Stones River?

The structure is 1,920 ft (585.2 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 171 over Stones River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.