FAS 48 over Piney River
GoodHickman County, Tennessee · 2.5 Mi.N.Of Nunnelly · Structure no. 41SR0480027
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 316 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,801
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 48 over Piney River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 48 over Piney River in Hickman 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 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 1,801 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,960 by 2040. The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 48 over Piney River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 48 over Piney River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 48 over Piney River carry?
About 1,801 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 48 over Piney River?
The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 48 over Piney River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.