US Bridges

FAU 3950 over Branch

FairPosted for load

Hawkins County, Tennessee · In Mount Carmel · Structure no. 37M39500001

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,036
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3950 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3950 over Branch in Hawkins County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,036 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,258 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 3950
CrossesBranch
LocationIn Mount Carmel
RouteCity Street 3950
CountyHawkins County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.53983, -82.66568
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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.7 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,036 (2021)
Projected traffic3,258 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$232,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3950 over Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3950 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3950 over Branch carry?

About 2,036 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3950 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3950 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.