US Bridges

FAU 6 over Branch

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Davidson County, Tennessee · 1.2 MI E I65-ELLINGTON Pk · Structure no. 19FA0060013

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,322
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 6 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 6 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 45,322 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 74,350 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 6
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 MI E I65-ELLINGTON Pk
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18975, -86.75312
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,322 (2021)
Projected traffic74,350 by 2041
Trucks7%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$577,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 6 over Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 6 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 6 over Branch carry?

About 45,322 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 6 over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 6 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.