US Bridges

FAS 77 over Branch

Fair

Carroll County, Tennessee · 1 Mi.N.Of Huntingdon · Structure no. 09SR0770017

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,019
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 77 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 77 over Branch in Carroll County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 1,019 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,808 by 2039. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 77
CrossesBranch
Location1 Mi.N.Of Huntingdon
RouteState Highway 77
CountyCarroll County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04133, -88.40503
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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,019 (2021)
Projected traffic1,808 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$811,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 77 over Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 77 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 77 over Branch carry?

About 1,019 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 77 over Branch?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 77 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.