FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River
PoorPosted for loadRutherford County, Tennessee · 0.83 Mi. N. SR-1 · Structure no. 75F00050005
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 392 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,891
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1995, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 23,891 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,429 by 2041. The structure is 392 ft (119.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River carry?
About 23,891 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River?
The structure is 392 ft (119.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 268 over West Fork Stones River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.