US Bridges

FAP 20 over Branch

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Crockett County, Tennessee · 1.2 MI SW JCT SR88&SR221 · Structure no. 17SR0200047

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,208
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 1995, so it is 30 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 13,208 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,133 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 MI SW JCT SR88&SR221
RouteU.S. Route 412
CountyCrockett County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.77667, -89.13267
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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,208 (2021)
Projected traffic21,133 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$404,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 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 13,208 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.