US Bridges

FAS 102 over Branch

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · .2 M N JCT SR102&I24 · Structure no. 75SR1020011

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,274
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 102 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 102 over Branch in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 22,274 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,360 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 102
CrossesBranch
Location.2 M N JCT SR102&I24
RouteState Highway SR102
Coordinates35.9475, -86.522
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,274 (2021)
Projected traffic35,360 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$539,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 102 over Branch built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 102 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 102 over Branch carry?

About 22,274 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAS 102 over Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 102 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.