US Bridges

FAS 130 over Morgan Branch

Fair

Bedford County, Tennessee · 1.4 Mi.S.Of Shelbyville · Structure no. 02SR1300019

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
434
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 130 over Morgan Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 130 over Morgan Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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.

It carries about 434 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 694 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 130
CrossesMorgan Branch
Location1.4 Mi.S.Of Shelbyville
RouteState Highway 130
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.45798, -86.42951
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic434 (2021)
Projected traffic694 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$185,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 130 over Morgan Branch built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 130 over Morgan 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 Morgan Branch carry?

About 434 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 130 over Morgan Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 130 over Morgan Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.