US Bridges

FAS 2 over Standifer Branch

Fair

Marion County, Tennessee · In Jasper · Structure no. 58SR0020017

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,999
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 2 over Standifer Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 2 over Standifer Branch in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 96 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 5 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 10,999 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,760 by 2040. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 2
CrossesStandifer Branch
LocationIn Jasper
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyMarion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07293, -85.61571
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 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 traffic10,999 (2021)
Projected traffic15,760 by 2040
Trucks3%
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 2 over Standifer Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is FAS 2 over Standifer 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 2 over Standifer Branch carry?

About 10,999 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 2 over Standifer Branch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 2 over Standifer Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.