FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River
FairOverton County, Tennessee · 1.8 MI S of SR 52 · Structure no. 67SR0850009
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 149 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 124
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River in Overton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 124 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 128 by 2040. The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 West Fork Obey River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River carry?
About 124 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River?
The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 85 over West Fork Obey River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.