US Bridges

FAS 299 over Emory River

Good

Morgan County, Tennessee · In Oakdale · Structure no. 65SR2990007

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
850 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,816
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 299 over Emory River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 299 over Emory River in Morgan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,816 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,643 by 2041. The structure is 850 ft (259.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesFAS 299
CrossesEmory River
LocationIn Oakdale
RouteState Highway 299
Coordinates35.98455, -84.55915
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length850 ft (259.1 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,816 (2021)
Projected traffic3,643 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed51 mi (82 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 299 over Emory River built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 299 over Emory 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 299 over Emory River carry?

About 1,816 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 299 over Emory River?

The structure is 850 ft (259.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 299 over Emory River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.