FAS 131 over Kerns Branch
GoodKnox County, Tennessee · 1.4 M NE of SR331 · Structure no. 47SR1310003
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,226
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 131 over Kerns Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 131 over Kerns Branch in Knox 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,226 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,770 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 131 over Kerns Branch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 131 over Kerns 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 131 over Kerns Branch carry?
About 12,226 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 131 over Kerns Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 131 over Kerns Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.