US Bridges

FAS 15 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.4 MI W of SR177 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR0150003

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,269
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 15 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 15 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 26,269 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,030 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 15
CrossesBranch
Location0.4 MI W of SR177 Jct.
RouteState Highway 15
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.20425, -89.79831
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,269 (2021)
Projected traffic42,030 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$593,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 15 over Branch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 15 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 15 over Branch carry?

About 26,269 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS 15 over Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns FAS 15 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.