US Bridges

FAP 69 over Robinson Branch

Good

Hardin County, Tennessee · 5.2 Mi.Se.Of Savannah · Structure no. 36SR0690015

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,930
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 69 over Robinson Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 69 over Robinson Branch in Hardin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,930 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,056 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesFAP 69
CrossesRobinson Branch
Location5.2 Mi.Se.Of Savannah
RouteState Highway 69
Coordinates35.13805, -88.20625
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,930 (2021)
Projected traffic5,056 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$257,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 69 over Robinson Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 69 over Robinson 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 69 over Robinson Branch carry?

About 2,930 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 69 over Robinson Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 69 over Robinson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.