US Bridges

FAU 3257 over Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Walter Davis Blvd-Nashvil · Structure no. 19032570001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,648
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3257 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 3257 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 2,648 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFAU 3257
CrossesBranch
LocationWalter Davis Blvd-Nashvil
RouteCity Street 3257
Coordinates36.17216, -86.82957
Functional classUrban Collector

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 2023
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 rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,648 (2021)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 3257 over Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 3257 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 3257 over Branch carry?

About 2,648 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3257 over Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns FAU 3257 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.