US Bridges

FAP 15 over Branch

Good

Lawrence County, Tennessee · 1 Mi.Se.Of SR-240 · Structure no. 50SR0150035

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,640
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 15 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 15 over Branch in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,640 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,736 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

CarriesFAP 15
CrossesBranch
Location1 Mi.Se.Of SR-240
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.2863, -87.40858
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,640 (2021)
Projected traffic8,736 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 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$580,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 15 over Branch built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 15 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 15 over Branch carry?

About 5,640 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.