US Bridges

FAU 5 over Branch

Good

McNairy County, Tennessee · In Selmer · Structure no. 55SR0050027

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,398
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5 over Branch in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 57 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 11,398 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,237 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5
CrossesBranch
LocationIn Selmer
RouteU.S. Route 5
CountyMcNairy County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.12833, -88.56678
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,398 (2021)
Projected traffic18,237 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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$362,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5 over Branch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is FAU 5 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 5 over Branch carry?

About 11,398 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5 over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.