US Bridges

FAS 195 over Branch

Fair

Fayette County, Tennessee · 3.7 Mi.Sw.Of Somerville · Structure no. 24S81080005

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 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 1958 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 67 years old, older 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.

It carries about 1,510 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,416 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 195
CrossesBranch
Location3.7 Mi.Sw.Of Somerville
RouteState Highway 195
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.19172, -89.38734
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$395,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 195 over Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is FAS 195 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 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 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 195 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.