US Bridges

FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch

Fair

Hardin County, Tennessee · Poplar Springs RD · Structure no. 36S82300009

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,526
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch in Hardin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 6 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 2,526 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,042 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 128
CrossesWhitlow Branch
LocationPoplar Springs RD
RouteState Highway 128
CountyHardin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.29311, -88.13067
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,526 (2021)
Projected traffic4,042 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 128 over Whitlow 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch carry?

About 2,526 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 128 over Whitlow Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.