US Bridges

FAP 254 over Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Bell RD near Benzing RD · Structure no. 19SR2540005

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,354
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 1990, so it is 35 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 33,354 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,379 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 254
CrossesBranch
LocationBell RD near Benzing RD
RouteState Highway 254
Coordinates36.04432, -86.69417
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.1 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,354 (2021)
Projected traffic53,379 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 254 over Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 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 33,354 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 254 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 254 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.