US Bridges

FAS 372 over Branch

Good

Weakley County, Tennessee · 1.3 Mi.N.Of Martin · Structure no. 92SR0430017

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,298
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 1929 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 96 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 4,298 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,184 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesFAS 372
CrossesBranch
Location1.3 Mi.N.Of Martin
RouteState Highway 372
Coordinates36.38756, -88.85245
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width116 ft (35.5 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,298 (2021)
Projected traffic7,184 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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$359,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 372 over Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is FAS 372 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 372 over Branch carry?

About 4,298 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 372 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 372 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.