US Bridges

FAU 286 over Barren Fork River

Good

Warren County, Tennessee · In Mcminnville · Structure no. 89033930001

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
777 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,326
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 286 over Barren Fork River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 286 over Barren Fork River in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 5,326 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,522 by 2042. The structure is 777 ft (236.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 286
CrossesBarren Fork River
LocationIn Mcminnville
RouteState Highway 286
CountyWarren County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.68092, -85.78138
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length777 ft (236.8 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,326 (2021)
Projected traffic8,522 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 FAU 286 over Barren Fork River built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 286 over Barren Fork 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 FAU 286 over Barren Fork River carry?

About 5,326 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FAU 286 over Barren Fork River?

The structure is 777 ft (236.8 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 286 over Barren Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.