FAS 242 over Brewer Branch
GoodLawrence County, Tennessee · 2.6 M NW of Wayne CO Line · Structure no. 50S62030007
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 303
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 242 over Brewer Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 242 over Brewer Branch in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 303 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 376 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 242 over Brewer Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 242 over Brewer 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 242 over Brewer Branch carry?
About 303 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 242 over Brewer Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 242 over Brewer Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.