FAS 56 over Branch
GoodMacon County, Tennessee · .75 Mi.S.Of Kentucky Line · Structure no. 56SR0560007
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 963
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 56 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 56 over Branch in Macon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 963 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,434 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 56 over Branch built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 56 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 56 over Branch carry?
About 963 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 56 over Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 56 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.