US Bridges

FAP 20 over Branch

Good

Crockett County, Tennessee · 1.4 MI NW JCT SR20&SR76 · Structure no. 17SR0200045

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,935
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 20 over Branch in Crockett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 14,935 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,896 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBranch
Location1.4 MI NW JCT SR20&SR76
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates35.73858, -89.08261
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,935 (2021)
Projected traffic23,896 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$341,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Branch carry?

About 14,935 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.