US Bridges

FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive

Good

Obion County, Tennessee · .9 Mile East of Kenton · Structure no. 66S80080011

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,222
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive in Obion County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,222 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,080 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 89
CrossesRutherford Fk.Obion Rive
Location.9 Mile East of Kenton
RouteState Highway 89
CountyObion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.2055, -88.999
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,222 (2021)
Projected traffic2,080 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive carry?

About 1,222 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 89 over Rutherford Fk.Obion Rive?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.