US Bridges

FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch

Fair

Putnam County, Tennessee · Jct. SR 42 & SR 111 · Structure no. 71005870001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,881
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch in Putnam County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 15,881 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,410 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1016 (sa 7123)
CrossesBurtons Branch
LocationJct. SR 42 & SR 111
RouteCity Street 1016
CountyPutnam County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.17827, -85.4638
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width116 ft (35.4 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,881 (2021)
Projected traffic25,410 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$338,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch carry?

About 15,881 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1016 (sa 7123) over Burtons Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.