US Bridges

FAS 204 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 2.04 Mi. N of SR-14 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR2040007

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,419
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 204 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 204 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 5 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 16,419 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,200 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 204
CrossesBranch
Location2.04 Mi. N of SR-14 Jct.
RouteState Highway SR204
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.26266, -89.889
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,419 (2021)
Projected traffic25,200 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$682,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 204 over Branch built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 204 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAS 204 over Branch carry?

About 16,419 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 204 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 204 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.