US Bridges

FAP 95 over Branch

Fair

Anderson County, Tennessee · 4 Mi.Oak Ridge City Lts. · Structure no. 01SR0950005

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,523
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 95 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 95 over Branch in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 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 19,523 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,240 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesFAP 95
CrossesBranch
Location4 Mi.Oak Ridge City Lts.
RouteState Highway 95
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.01261, -84.2636
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,523 (2021)
Projected traffic40,240 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$526,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 95 over Branch built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 95 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 95 over Branch carry?

About 19,523 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 95 over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FAP 95 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.