US Bridges

FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40

FairPosted for load

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.8 M SE JCT SR10&SR24 · Structure no. 95I00400031

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
271 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,153
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40 in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,153 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,045 by 2042. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 266
CrossesSR 266 / I40
Location1.8 M SE JCT SR10&SR24
RouteState Highway 266
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18633, -86.27647
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length271 ft (82.6 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,153 (2021)
Projected traffic5,045 by 2042
Trucks3%
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$956,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40 carry?

About 3,153 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40?

The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 266 over SR 266 / I40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.