US Bridges

FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch

Good

Humphreys County, Tennessee · 7.2 MI S of Waverly · Structure no. 43SR0130017

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,554
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch in Humphreys County, Tennessee. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,554 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,248 by 2039. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesFAP 13
CrossesStewarts Branch
Location7.2 MI S of Waverly
RouteState Highway 13
Coordinates35.97765, -87.76273
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,554 (2021)
Projected traffic5,248 by 2039
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 13 over Stewarts 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch carry?

About 2,554 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 13 over Stewarts Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.