US Bridges

FAS 230 over Woodward Branch

Fair

Humphreys County, Tennessee · .6 M N of Spann RD · Structure no. 43S62220003

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,109
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 230 over Woodward Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 230 over Woodward Branch in Humphreys County, Tennessee. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,109 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,774 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 230
CrossesWoodward Branch
Location.6 M N of Spann RD
RouteState Highway 230
CountyHumphreys County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.01076, -87.74487
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,109 (2021)
Projected traffic1,774 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$205,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 230 over Woodward Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 230 over Woodward 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 FAS 230 over Woodward Branch carry?

About 1,109 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 230 over Woodward Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 230 over Woodward Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.