FAS 8 over Keel Branch
GoodSequatchie County, Tennessee · 1.2 Mi.S.Of Dunlap · Structure no. 77SR0080001
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,697
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 8 over Keel Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 8 over Keel Branch in Sequatchie County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 83 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 1,697 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,544 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 8 over Keel Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is FAS 8 over Keel 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 8 over Keel Branch carry?
About 1,697 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 8 over Keel Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 8 over Keel Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.