US Bridges

FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 2 MI East of I75 & SR 153 · Structure no. 330E2780003

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,946
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 7,946 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,714 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAU 4988
CrossesMackey Branch
Location2 MI East of I75 & SR 153
RouteCity Street 4988
Coordinates35.02158, -85.14297
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,946 (2021)
Projected traffic12,714 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4988 over Mackey 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 4988 over Mackey Branch carry?

About 7,946 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4988 over Mackey Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.