US Bridges

FAP 16 over Hessey Branch

Fair

Franklin County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.Se.Of Estill Springs · Structure no. 26SR0160007

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,037
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 16 over Hessey Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 16 over Hessey Branch in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 84 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 12,037 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,504 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 16
CrossesHessey Branch
Location2 Mi.Se.Of Estill Springs
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.24277, -86.11649
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,037 (2021)
Projected traffic19,504 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$644,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 16 over Hessey Branch built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FAP 16 over Hessey 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 16 over Hessey Branch carry?

About 12,037 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 16 over Hessey Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 16 over Hessey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.