FAS 82 over Branch
FairBedford County, Tennessee · .04 Mi.W.Of Bellbuckle · Structure no. 02SR0820017
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,878
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 82 over Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 82 over Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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.
It carries about 2,878 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,605 by 2042. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 82 over Branch built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 82 over Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 82 over Branch carry?
About 2,878 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAS 82 over Branch?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 82 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.