US Bridges

FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch

Fair

Sullivan County, Tennessee · .2 M S JCT SR36&SR1 · Structure no. 82SR0360015

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,696
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6,696 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,539 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 36
CrossesTranbarger Hollow Branch
Location.2 M S JCT SR36&SR1
RouteU.S. Route 23
CountySullivan County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.55888, -82.56799
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic6,696 (2021)
Projected traffic9,539 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$793,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch carry?

About 6,696 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAU 36 over Tranbarger Hollow Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.