US Bridges

FAS 267 over Branch

Fair

Wilson County, Tennessee · 3.7 M S JCT SR26&SR267 · Structure no. 95S61610005

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,512
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 267 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 267 over Branch in Wilson 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 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 1,512 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,608 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 267
CrossesBranch
Location3.7 M S JCT SR26&SR267
RouteState Highway 267
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04898, -86.14243
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 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 rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,512 (2021)
Projected traffic2,608 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$265,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 267 over Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 267 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 267 over Branch carry?

About 1,512 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 267 over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 267 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.