US Bridges

FAU 112 over Branch

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 2.9 M N JCT SR12&SR112 · Structure no. 19SR1120003

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,609
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 112 over Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 112 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 8,609 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,302 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 112
CrossesBranch
Location2.9 M N JCT SR12&SR112
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.2378, -86.83078
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,609 (2021)
Projected traffic15,302 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$460,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 112 over Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 112 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 112 over Branch carry?

About 8,609 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 112 over Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 112 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.