US Bridges

FAS 194 over Branch

Fair

Fayette County, Tennessee · 2.3 M S JCT SR194&SR15 · Structure no. 24SR1940003

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,631
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 194 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 194 over Branch in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 6 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 5,631 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,280 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 194
CrossesBranch
Location2.3 M S JCT SR194&SR15
RouteState Highway 194
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.18911, -89.51605
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 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 rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,631 (2021)
Projected traffic9,280 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 194 over Branch built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 194 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 194 over Branch carry?

About 5,631 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 194 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 194 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.