US Bridges

NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 2.34 Mi. S of SR-319 Jct. · Structure no. 33SR0290053

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
31,888
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 31,888 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,563 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesNB Rp to FAU 1126
CrossesPoe Branch
Location2.34 Mi. S of SR-319 Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates35.24932, -85.17775
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic31,888 (2021)
Projected traffic42,563 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch carry?

About 31,888 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns NB Rp to FAU 1126 over Poe Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.