US Bridges

FAP 5 over Barnett Branch

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 1.6 Mi.North of Humboldt · Structure no. 27SR0050009

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,152
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 5 over Barnett Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 5 over Barnett Branch in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 10,152 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,886 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 5
CrossesBarnett Branch
Location1.6 Mi.North of Humboldt
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.86615, -88.92215
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJune 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,152 (2021)
Projected traffic12,886 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$385,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 5 over Barnett Branch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 5 over Barnett 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 5 over Barnett Branch carry?

About 10,152 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 5 over Barnett Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 5 over Barnett Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.