US Bridges

FAP 7 over Britton Branch

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Giles County, Tennessee · 3.4.MI.SE.OF Pulaski · Structure no. 28SR0070019

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,325
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 7 over Britton Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 7 over Britton Branch in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,325 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,640 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 7
CrossesBritton Branch
Location3.4.MI.SE.OF Pulaski
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyGiles County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14934, -87.00166
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,325 (2021)
Projected traffic3,640 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 7 over Britton Branch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 7 over Britton 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 7 over Britton Branch carry?

About 2,325 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 7 over Britton Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAP 7 over Britton Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.