FAU 3594 over Branch
GoodHamilton County, Tennessee · In Chattanooga · Structure no. 33M35940001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,319
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 3594 over Branch is a steel culvert carrying FAU 3594 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 1,319 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,110 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 3594 over Branch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 3594 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 3594 over Branch carry?
About 1,319 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is FAU 3594 over Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns FAU 3594 over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.