US Bridges

FAP 15 over Branch

Good

Lawrence County, Tennessee · 1 Mi.Se.Of SR-240 · Structure no. 50SR0150037

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,286
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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,286 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,504 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 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
Coordinates35.26574, -87.38374
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,286 (2021)
Projected traffic4,504 by 2041
Trucks9%
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$677,000 (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 3,286 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 15 over Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns FAP 15 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.