US Bridges

FAS 124 over Branch

Good

Weakley County, Tennessee · 6.5 Mi.West of Mckenize · Structure no. 92SR1240009

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,392
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 124 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 124 over Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 2,392 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,048 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesFAS 124
CrossesBranch
Location6.5 Mi.West of Mckenize
RouteState Highway 124
Coordinates36.15289, -88.6505
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 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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,392 (2021)
Projected traffic4,048 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$448,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 124 over Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 124 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 124 over Branch carry?

About 2,392 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 124 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 124 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.