US Bridges

FAS 296 over Branch

Fair

Fentress County, Tennessee · .75 Mi.W.Of Allardt · Structure no. 25S42400001

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,289
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 296 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 296 over Branch in Fentress County, Tennessee. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 4,289 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,862 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 296
CrossesBranch
Location.75 Mi.W.Of Allardt
RouteState Highway 296
CountyFentress County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.38364, -84.92014
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,289 (2021)
Projected traffic6,862 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 296 over Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 296 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 296 over Branch carry?

About 4,289 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 296 over Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 296 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.