US Bridges

FAU 110 over Branch

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Lincoln County, Tennessee · .5 M SW JCT SR10&SR110 · Structure no. 52SR1100003

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,528
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 110 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 110 over Branch in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5,528 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,845 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 110
CrossesBranch
Location.5 M SW JCT SR10&SR110
RouteState Highway 110
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.11625, -86.57265
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,528 (2021)
Projected traffic8,845 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.9 mi (98 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$617,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 110 over Branch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 110 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 110 over Branch carry?

About 5,528 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 110 over Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 110 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.