US Bridges

FAS 53 over Branch

Good

Jackson County, Tennessee · 3.1 MI S of Putnam CO Li · Structure no. 44SR0530027

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
555
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 53 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 53 over Branch in Jackson 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 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 555 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 869 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFAS 53
CrossesBranch
Location3.1 MI S of Putnam CO Li
RouteState Highway 53
Coordinates36.27556, -85.76695
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic555 (2021)
Projected traffic869 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 53 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAS 53 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 53 over Branch carry?

About 555 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 53 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 53 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.