US Bridges

FAP 64 over Jakes Branch

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · 1 Mi.W.Of Coffee Co. · Structure no. 02SR0640043

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,192
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 64 over Jakes Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 64 over Jakes Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 4,192 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,984 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

CarriesFAP 64
CrossesJakes Branch
Location1 Mi.W.Of Coffee Co.
RouteState Highway 64
Coordinates35.61422, -86.25449
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,192 (2021)
Projected traffic5,984 by 2041
Trucks6%
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$68,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 64 over Jakes Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 64 over Jakes 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 64 over Jakes Branch carry?

About 4,192 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 64 over Jakes Branch?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 64 over Jakes Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.