US Bridges

FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · .8 MI NW JCT I40 · Structure no. 19FA0100021

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
72,413
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 60 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 72,413 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 157,942 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 408 (sr 155)
CrossesBranch
Location.8 MI NW JCT I40
RouteState Highway 155
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.15333, -86.69167
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 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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic72,413 (2021)
Projected traffic157,942 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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$1.2 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is FAP 408 (sr 155) 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 FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch carry?

About 72,413 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 408 (sr 155) over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.