FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River
PoorPosted for loadFentress County, Tennessee · 5.4 Mi.W.Of SR028 · Structure no. 25SR0850003
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 372 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,981
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River in Fentress County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 1,981 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2042. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River carry?
About 1,981 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River?
The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 85 over East Fork Obey River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.