US Bridges

FAP 6 over Branch

Good

Lawrence County, Tennessee · .08 Mi.S.Of Maury County · Structure no. 50SR0060017

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,280
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 6 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 6 over Branch in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 63 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 11,280 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,702 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 km).

CarriesFAP 6
CrossesBranch
Location.08 Mi.S.Of Maury County
RouteU.S. Route 43
Coordinates35.4238, -87.282
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,280 (2021)
Projected traffic19,702 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.7 mi (109 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$467,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 6 over Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FAP 6 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 6 over Branch carry?

About 11,280 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 6 over Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAP 6 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.