FAP 55 over Small Branch
FairCoffee County, Tennessee · 2 M E of Wayside · Structure no. 16SR0550025
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,987
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 55 over Small Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 55 over Small Branch in Coffee County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 13,987 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,872 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Small Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 55 over Small 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 Small Branch carry?
About 13,987 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAP 55 over Small Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAP 55 over Small Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.