US Bridges

FAP 64 over Bates Branch

Fair

Bedford County, Tennessee · 2.8 Mi.N.Of Wartrace · Structure no. 02SR0640033

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,816
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 64 over Bates Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 64 over Bates Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 1,816 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,906 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 64
CrossesBates Branch
Location2.8 Mi.N.Of Wartrace
RouteState Highway 64
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.55426, -86.29922
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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
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 length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,816 (2021)
Projected traffic2,906 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.1 mi (116 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$298,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 64 over Bates Branch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 64 over Bates 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 64 over Bates Branch carry?

About 1,816 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAP 64 over Bates Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 64 over Bates Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.