US Bridges

FAP 56 over Branch

Good

Jackson County, Tennessee · 0.7 MI N of SR85 · Structure no. 44SR0560011

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,016
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 56 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 56 over Branch in Jackson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,016 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,586 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesFAP 56
CrossesBranch
Location0.7 MI N of SR85
RouteState Highway 56
Coordinates36.42812, -85.66196
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,016 (2021)
Projected traffic1,586 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 56 over Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 56 over 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 56 over Branch carry?

About 1,016 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 56 over Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAP 56 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.