US Bridges

FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch

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Rutherford County, Tennessee · 1.2 MI SW JCT I24&SR266 · Structure no. 75E03520003

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,337
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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.

It carries about 8,337 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,339 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5515 (sa 7523)
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 MI SW JCT I24&SR266
RouteCity Street 5515
CountyRutherford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.9602, -86.5809
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,337 (2021)
Projected traffic13,339 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$326,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over 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 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch carry?

About 8,337 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5515 (sa 7523) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.