FAU 4986 over Branch
GoodHamilton County, Tennessee · In Chattanooga · Structure no. 33049860001
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,335
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 4986 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4986 over Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 4,335 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,520 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 4986 over Branch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 4986 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 4986 over Branch carry?
About 4,335 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAU 4986 over Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAU 4986 over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.