FAS 96 over Branch
FairPosted for loadPutnam County, Tennessee · 2.3 MI from SR 24 · Structure no. 71SR0960009
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 285
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 96 over Branch is a steel culvert carrying FAS 96 over Branch in Putnam County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 285 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 456 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 96 over Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 96 over 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 96 over Branch carry?
About 285 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 96 over Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).
Who owns FAS 96 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.