FAP 55 over Branch
FairCoffee County, Tennessee · 1.6 Mi.W.Of Warren County · Structure no. 16SR0550017
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,271
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 55 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 55 over Branch in Coffee County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 75 years old, older 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 6 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 9,271 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,834 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 55 over Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is FAP 55 over 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 55 over Branch carry?
About 9,271 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAP 55 over Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 55 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.