FAP 43 over Branch
GoodGibson County, Tennessee · .5 MI N JCT SR43&SR152 · Structure no. 27SR0430029
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,471
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 43 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 43 over Branch in Gibson 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 13,471 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,554 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 43 over Branch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 43 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 43 over Branch carry?
About 13,471 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAP 43 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns FAP 43 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.