US Bridges

FAS 130 over Branch

FairPosted for load

Bedford County, Tennessee · 2.5 Mi.N.Of Marshall Co. · Structure no. 02SR1300005

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,117
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 130 over Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 130 over Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 5 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 1,117 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,787 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 130
CrossesBranch
Location2.5 Mi.N.Of Marshall Co.
RouteState Highway 130
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.38591, -86.59034
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,117 (2021)
Projected traffic1,787 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$718,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 130 over Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 130 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 130 over Branch carry?

About 1,117 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 130 over Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 130 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.