US Bridges

FAS 249 over Branch

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Cheatham County, Tennessee · N.Of Interstate 40 · Structure no. 11SR2490001

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,480
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 249 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 249 over Branch in Cheatham County, Tennessee. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 3,480 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,696 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 249
CrossesBranch
LocationN.Of Interstate 40
RouteState Highway 249
CountyCheatham County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08847, -87.09625
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,480 (2021)
Projected traffic5,696 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 249 over Branch built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 249 over Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 249 over Branch carry?

About 3,480 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 249 over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 249 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.