US Bridges

FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · .1 MI West of US 27 · Structure no. 33SR0290017

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,401
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 9,401 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,534 by 2042. 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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CarriesFAU 2162 (sa 3308)
CrossesBranch
Location.1 MI West of US 27
RouteCity Street 2162
CountyHamilton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.23762, -85.19849
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,401 (2021)
Projected traffic13,534 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$250,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2162 (sa 3308) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch carry?

About 9,401 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 2162 (sa 3308) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.