US Bridges

FAS 48 over Branch

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Dickson County, Tennessee · 3.5 Mi.S.W.Of Dickson · Structure no. 22SR0480005

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,087
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 48 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 48 over Branch in Dickson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 3,087 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,939 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 48
CrossesBranch
Location3.5 Mi.S.W.Of Dickson
RouteState Highway 48
CountyDickson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.02855, -87.44248
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,087 (2021)
Projected traffic4,939 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$124,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 48 over Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 48 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 48 over Branch carry?

About 3,087 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 48 over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 48 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.