FAS 273 over Branch
GoodLincoln County, Tennessee · 9 M. S. of Fairvew · Structure no. 52SR2730007
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,644
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 273 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 273 over Branch in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 1,644 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,630 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 42 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 273 over Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 273 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 FAS 273 over Branch carry?
About 1,644 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAS 273 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 273 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.