FAP 159 over Black Branch
GoodCarter County, Tennessee · 1 M E of Watauga River · Structure no. 10SR1590003
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,132
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 159 over Black Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 159 over Black Branch in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,132 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,042 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 159 over Black Branch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 159 over Black 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 159 over Black Branch carry?
About 2,132 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FAP 159 over Black Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 159 over Black Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.