US Bridges

FAS 266 over Branch

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.5 M N Rutherford CO LN · Structure no. 95S63020001

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,987
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 266 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 266 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 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 2,987 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,064 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 266
CrossesBranch
Location1.5 M N Rutherford CO LN
RouteState Highway 266
Coordinates35.9895, -86.24743
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,987 (2021)
Projected traffic4,064 by 2040
Trucks6%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 266 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAS 266 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 266 over Branch carry?

About 2,987 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 266 over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAS 266 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.