US Bridges

FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Briley Parkway · Structure no. 19SR1550041

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
31,838
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 31,838 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,979 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 408 (SR155)
CrossesBranch
LocationBriley Parkway
RouteState Highway 155
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.21693, -86.87227
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,838 (2021)
Projected traffic53,979 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$571,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 408 (SR155) 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 FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch carry?

About 31,838 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 408 (SR155) over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.