US Bridges

FAS 175 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · 7.1 Mi. E of SR-4 Jct. · Structure no. 79014500011

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,559
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 175 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 175 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 20,559 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,368 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFAS 175
CrossesBranch
Location7.1 Mi. E of SR-4 Jct.
RouteState Highway 175
Coordinates35.02056, -89.773
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,559 (2021)
Projected traffic30,368 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$697,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 175 over Branch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 175 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 175 over Branch carry?

About 20,559 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAS 175 over Branch?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAS 175 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.