US Bridges

FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch

Fair

Rhea County, Tennessee · In Dayton City Limits · Structure no. 72SR0600003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,927
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,927 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,283 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5383
CrossesBroyles Branch
LocationIn Dayton City Limits
RouteState Highway 5383
CountyRhea County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.48016, -85.02385
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,927 (2021)
Projected traffic6,283 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5383 over Broyles 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch carry?

About 3,927 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch?

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5383 over Broyles Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.