US Bridges

FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 4.2 MI NW JCT SR10&SR265 · Structure no. 95SR8400009

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
275 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,193
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840 in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 24,193 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,709 by 2042. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 265
CrossesCentral Pike / I840
Location4.2 MI NW JCT SR10&SR265
RouteState Highway 109
Coordinates36.1301, -86.39741
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,193 (2021)
Projected traffic38,709 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840 built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840 carry?

About 24,193 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 265 over Central Pike / I840?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.