US Bridges

FAU 131 over Branch

Good

Knox County, Tennessee · 1 MI NE of I75 · Structure no. 47SR1310009

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,981
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 131 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 131 over Branch in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 19,981 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,515 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFAU 131
CrossesBranch
Location1 MI NE of I75
RouteState Highway 131
Coordinates36.07944, -83.94472
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,981 (2021)
Projected traffic29,515 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$301,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 131 over Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 131 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 131 over Branch carry?

About 19,981 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 131 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAU 131 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.