US Bridges

FAS 54 over Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.S.Of Dresden · Structure no. 92SR0540013

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
225 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,672
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 54 over Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 54 over Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 3,672 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,560 by 2040. The structure is 225 ft (68.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 54
CrossesBranch
Location2.2 Mi.S.Of Dresden
RouteState Highway 54
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.24382, -88.7099
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length225 ft (68.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,672 (2021)
Projected traffic6,560 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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$2.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 54 over Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 54 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 54 over Branch carry?

About 3,672 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 54 over Branch?

The structure is 225 ft (68.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 54 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.