US Bridges

FAU 3379 over Harts Branch

GoodClosed to traffic

Rutherford County, Tennessee · On Springs near Richardso · Structure no. 75033790001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,724
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3379 over Harts Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 3379 over Harts Branch in Rutherford 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 5,724 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,158 by 2042. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAU 3379
CrossesHarts Branch
LocationOn Springs near Richardso
RouteCity Street 3379
Coordinates35.98543, -86.52355
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,724 (2021)
Projected traffic9,158 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$733,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3379 over Harts Branch built?

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

What condition is FAU 3379 over Harts Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3379 over Harts Branch carry?

About 5,724 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3379 over Harts Branch?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3379 over Harts Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.