US Bridges

FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65

FairPosted for load

Williamson County, Tennessee · .9 M N Maury CO Line · Structure no. 94I00650001

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
243 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,217
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65 in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,217 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,747 by 2042. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 247
CrossesSR 247 / I65
Location.9 M N Maury CO Line
RouteState Highway 247
CountyWilliamson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.75168, -86.87048
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length243 ft (74.1 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,217 (2021)
Projected traffic6,747 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65 built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65 carry?

About 4,217 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65?

The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 247 over SR 247 / I65?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.