US Bridges

FAP 16 over Holland Branch

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · In Shelbyville · Structure no. 02SR0160025

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,819
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Holland Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Holland Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 15,819 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,544 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 16
CrossesHolland Branch
LocationIn Shelbyville
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.48611, -86.43617
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,819 (2021)
Projected traffic24,544 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$533,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Holland Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 16 over Holland 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 16 over Holland Branch carry?

About 15,819 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Holland Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 16 over Holland Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.