US Bridges

FAS 223 over I40

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · W. of Jackson · Structure no. 57I00400053

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
262 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,912
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 223 over I40 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 223 over I40 in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,912 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,459 by 2042. The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesFAS 223
CrossesI40
LocationW. of Jackson
RouteState Highway 223
Coordinates35.64108, -88.9205
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length262 ft (79.9 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,912 (2021)
Projected traffic9,459 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 223 over I40 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 223 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 223 over I40 carry?

About 5,912 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS 223 over I40?

The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 223 over I40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.