FAU 255 over Branch
GoodDavidson County, Tennessee · 1.5 M NE JCT SR11&SR255 · Structure no. 19004430003
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,538
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 255 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 255 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 58 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 39,538 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,362 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 FAU 255 over Branch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is FAU 255 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 255 over Branch carry?
About 39,538 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAU 255 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAU 255 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.