US Bridges

FAP 15 over Panther Branch

Good

Hardin County, Tennessee · W.Of Wayne Co. · Structure no. 36SR0150027

Built
1926
99 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,929
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Panther Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Panther Branch in Hardin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 99 years old, older 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 2,929 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 141 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 15
CrossesPanther Branch
LocationW.Of Wayne Co.
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyHardin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.27848, -88.00578
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width141 ft (43 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,929 (2021)
Projected traffic4,400 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$437,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Panther Branch built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is FAP 15 over Panther 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 15 over Panther Branch carry?

About 2,929 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Panther Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 141 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 15 over Panther Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.