FAS 13 over Branch
GoodHouston County, Tennessee · 4.7 Mi.Northeast of Erin · Structure no. 42SR0130009
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,617
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 13 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 13 over Branch in Houston County, Tennessee. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 97 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 1,617 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,558 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 13 over Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is FAS 13 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 13 over Branch carry?
About 1,617 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 13 over Branch?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 13 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.