US Bridges

FAU 11 over Branch

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Davidson County, Tennessee · 1.7 M SE of Robertson Cl · Structure no. 19SR0110025

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,009
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 11 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 11 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 20,009 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,498 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 11
CrossesBranch
Location1.7 M SE of Robertson Cl
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.3769, -86.74876
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,009 (2021)
Projected traffic36,498 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$574,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 11 over Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 11 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 11 over Branch carry?

About 20,009 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAU 11 over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAU 11 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.