US Bridges

FAS 204 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi. S of SR-385 Jct. · Structure no. 79SR2040011

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 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 1980, so it is 45 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 16,419 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,747 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAS 204
CrossesBranch
Location2.2 Mi. S of SR-385 Jct.
RouteState Highway SR204
Coordinates35.28931, -89.88231
Functional classRural 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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic21,747 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$895,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 204 over Branch built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 204 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 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 48 ft (14.6 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.