US Bridges

FAS 372 over Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · 1.5 MI JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 92SR0430011

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,875
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 372 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 372 over Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,875 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,072 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 372
CrossesBranch
Location1.5 MI JCT SR 22
RouteState Highway 372
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.32203, -88.85
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating84.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,875 (2021)
Projected traffic7,072 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$272,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 372 over Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 372 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 372 over Branch carry?

About 3,875 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAS 372 over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 372 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.