US Bridges

FAP 254 over Branch

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Davidson County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi. E. I65 · Structure no. 19S61580003

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
39,622
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 254 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 254 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 39,622 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,424 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 254
CrossesBranch
Location2.2 Mi. E. I65
RouteState Highway 254
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.04052, -86.74525
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,622 (2021)
Projected traffic65,424 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 254 over Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 254 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 254 over Branch carry?

About 39,622 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 254 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 254 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.