US Bridges

FAP 15 over Hayes Branch

Good

Hardeman County, Tennessee · 2.2 Miles West of Hornsby · Structure no. 35SR0150023

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,056
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Hayes Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Hayes Branch in Hardeman County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,056 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,880 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

CarriesFAP 15
CrossesHayes Branch
Location2.2 Miles West of Hornsby
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.2358, -88.87772
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic3,056 (2021)
Projected traffic4,880 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 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$241,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Hayes Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 over Hayes 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Hayes Branch carry?

About 3,056 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Hayes Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Hayes Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.