US Bridges

FAS 121 over Branch

Fair

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 2.1 M NE Alabama ST Line · Structure no. 52SR1210005

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,347
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 121 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 121 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,347 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 121
CrossesBranch
Location2.1 M NE Alabama ST Line
RouteState Highway 121
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.01646, -86.36037
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,347 (2021)
Projected traffic4,800 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 121 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAS 121 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 121 over Branch carry?

About 3,347 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 121 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 121 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.