US Bridges

FAS 174 over Branch

Good

Sumner County, Tennessee · 2.2 M NE JCT SR174&I65 · Structure no. 83S61260005

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,190
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 174 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 174 over Branch in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 6,190 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,256 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 174
CrossesBranch
Location2.2 M NE JCT SR174&I65
RouteState Highway SR174
Coordinates36.34547, -86.677
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,190 (2021)
Projected traffic8,256 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$538,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 174 over Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 174 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 174 over Branch carry?

About 6,190 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAS 174 over Branch?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 174 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.