FAP 73 over Branch
GoodBlount County, Tennessee · West of Maryville · Structure no. 05SR0730003
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,168
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 73 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 73 over Branch in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 11,168 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,336 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 73 over Branch built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 73 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 73 over Branch carry?
About 11,168 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 73 over Branch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns FAP 73 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.