FAU 3578 over Branch
GoodHamilton County, Tennessee · In East Ridge · Structure no. 33L35780001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,378
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 3578 over Branch is a steel culvert carrying FAU 3578 over Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 11,378 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,205 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 3578 over Branch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 3578 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FAU 3578 over Branch carry?
About 11,378 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 3578 over Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 3578 over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.