US Bridges

FAS 152 over Branch

FairPosted for load

Crockett County, Tennessee · 1.1 M E JCT SR 54&SR 152 · Structure no. 17SR1520009

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,661
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 152 over Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying FAS 152 over Branch in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,661 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,658 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 152
CrossesBranch
Location1.1 M E JCT SR 54&SR 152
RouteState Highway 152
CountyCrockett County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.83347, -89.05734
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,661 (2021)
Projected traffic2,658 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$562,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 152 over Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 152 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 152 over Branch carry?

About 1,661 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 152 over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 152 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.