FAS 69 over Branch
FairHenry County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.West of Benton Co. · Structure no. 40SR0692005
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,905
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 69 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 69 over Branch in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 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 1,905 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,048 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 69 over Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 69 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 69 over Branch carry?
About 1,905 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 69 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 69 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.