FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch
GoodCoffee County, Tennessee · 3.1 Mi.N.Of Manchester · Structure no. 16SR0530003
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,816
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch in Coffee County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 4,816 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,706 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 69 mi (111 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 53 over Parks Welker Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 53 over Parks Welker 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch carry?
About 4,816 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch?
The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns FAP 53 over Parks Welker Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.