US Bridges

FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · 1.8 M S JCT SR99&SR96 · Structure no. 75SR0990015

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
335 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
22,388
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 56 years old, older 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 22,388 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,184 by 2041. The structure is 335 ft (102 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAS 99
CrossesW. Fork Stones River
Location1.8 M S JCT SR99&SR96
RouteState Highway SR099
Coordinates35.82167, -86.41803
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length335 ft (102 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width98 ft (29.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,388 (2021)
Projected traffic42,184 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River carry?

About 22,388 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River?

The structure is 335 ft (102 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 99 over W. Fork Stones River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.