US Bridges

FAP 10 over Branch

Fair

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 5 M N of Alabama State LN · Structure no. 52SR0100003

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,232
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 10 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 10 over Branch in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 14,232 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,040 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 10
CrossesBranch
Location5 M N of Alabama State LN
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.0643, -86.57268
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.5 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,232 (2021)
Projected traffic23,040 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.9 mi (98 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$434,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 10 over Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 10 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 10 over Branch carry?

About 14,232 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 10 over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 10 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.