US Bridges

FAS 171 over Stones Creek

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.1 M N JCT SR171&I40 · Structure no. 95S61600001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,345
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 171 over Stones Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 171 over Stones Creek in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 31,345 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,912 by 2040. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 171
CrossesStones Creek
Location1.1 M N JCT SR171&I40
RouteState Highway 171
Coordinates36.18705, -86.51092
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,345 (2021)
Projected traffic42,912 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 FAS 171 over Stones Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 171 over Stones Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 171 over Stones Creek carry?

About 31,345 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAS 171 over Stones Creek?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 171 over Stones Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.