US Bridges

FAP 57 over Dry Branch

Good

Hardeman County, Tennessee · .4 Mile West of Saulsbury · Structure no. 35SR0570001

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,445
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 57 over Dry Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 57 over Dry Branch in Hardeman County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,445 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,632 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

CarriesFAP 57
CrossesDry Branch
Location.4 Mile West of Saulsbury
RouteState Highway 57
Coordinates35.0513, -89.099
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 length50 ft (15.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,445 (2021)
Projected traffic3,632 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 57 over Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 57 over Dry 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 57 over Dry Branch carry?

About 2,445 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 57 over Dry Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 57 over Dry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.