FAS 87 over Branch
GoodLauderdale County, Tennessee · .9 M N of SR371 · Structure no. 49SR0870023
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 957
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 87 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 87 over Branch in Lauderdale County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 957 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,253 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 87 over Branch built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 87 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 87 over Branch carry?
About 957 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 87 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 87 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.