US Bridges

FAS 225 over Webb Branch

Good

Chester County, Tennessee · 4 Mi.North of Bledsoe Co. · Structure no. 12SR2250001

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
357
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 225 over Webb Branch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying FAS 225 over Webb Branch in Chester County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 357 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 446 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFAS 225
CrossesWebb Branch
Location4 Mi.North of Bledsoe Co.
RouteState Highway 225
Coordinates35.34167, -88.70195
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic357 (2021)
Projected traffic446 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 225 over Webb Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 225 over Webb 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 225 over Webb Branch carry?

About 357 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 225 over Webb Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).

Who owns FAS 225 over Webb Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.