US Bridges

FAP 16 over Branch

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.Nw.Of Shelbyville · Structure no. 02SR0160017

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,683
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 7,683 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,640 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFAP 16
CrossesBranch
Location2.2 Mi.Nw.Of Shelbyville
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates35.53406, -86.51744
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.9 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,683 (2021)
Projected traffic10,640 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 FAP 16 over Branch built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 16 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 FAP 16 over Branch carry?

About 7,683 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 16 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.