SR459 over Branch
GoodHenderson County, Tennessee · 2.5 Miles SW of Lexington · Structure no. 39SR4590009
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR459 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR459 over Branch in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR459 over Branch built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR459 over 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR459 over Branch carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR459 over Branch?
The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns SR459 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.