US Bridges

FAP 95 over Branch

Fair

Anderson County, Tennessee · In Oak Ridge · Structure no. 01SR0950009

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,020
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 1945, so it is 80 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 22,020 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,464 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 95
CrossesBranch
LocationIn Oak Ridge
RouteState Highway 95
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04512, -84.20959
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,020 (2021)
Projected traffic32,464 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
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$358,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 95 over Branch built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 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 22,020 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 95 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.6 m).

Who owns FAP 95 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.