US Bridges

FAU 155 over Branch

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · 1.2 M SW JCT SR11&I440 · Structure no. 19SR1550003

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,106
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 155 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 155 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 88 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 6 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 24,106 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,646 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 155
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 M SW JCT SR11&I440
RouteState Highway 155
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.11218, -86.76894
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic24,106 (2021)
Projected traffic43,646 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$472,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 155 over Branch built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is FAU 155 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 155 over Branch carry?

About 24,106 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 155 over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAU 155 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.