FAS 272 over Richland Creek
FairMarshall County, Tennessee · 3.2 M NE JCT SR129&SR272 · Structure no. 59S43290007
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 428
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 272 over Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 272 over Richland Creek in Marshall County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 428 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 816 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 272 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 272 over Richland Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 272 over Richland Creek carry?
About 428 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 272 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 272 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.