US Bridges

FAS 195 over Branch

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Fayette County, Tennessee · 4.7 Mi.Sw.Of Somerville · Structure no. 24S81080001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,510
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 195 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 195 over Branch in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 1,510 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,416 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 195
CrossesBranch
Location4.7 Mi.Sw.Of Somerville
RouteState Highway 195
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.18978, -89.40816
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,510 (2021)
Projected traffic2,416 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$104,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 195 over Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 195 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 195 over Branch carry?

About 1,510 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 195 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 195 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.