FAS 227 over May Branch
FairWayne County, Tennessee · 3.42 Mi.N.Of Ala.-Tn. Ln. · Structure no. 91S62270031
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 227 over May Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 227 over May Branch in Wayne 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 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 608 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 227 over May Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 227 over May 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 227 over May Branch carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 227 over May Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 227 over May Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.