US Bridges

FAP 104 over Branch

Good

Gibson County, Tennessee · 5.3 Miles West of Trenton · Structure no. 27SR1040033

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,396
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 104 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 104 over Branch in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,396 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,834 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 59 mi (95 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 104
CrossesBranch
Location5.3 Miles West of Trenton
RouteState Highway 104
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.99425, -89.00317
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,396 (2021)
Projected traffic3,834 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed59 mi (95 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$904,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 104 over Branch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 104 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 104 over Branch carry?

About 2,396 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 104 over Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns FAP 104 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.