US Bridges

FAP 5 over Branch

Good

McNairy County, Tennessee · 3 MI N of SR 15 · Structure no. 55SR0050035

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,014
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 5 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 5 over Branch in McNairy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,014 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,712 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 5
CrossesBranch
Location3 MI N of SR 15
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMcNairy County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.21819, -88.61506
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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,014 (2021)
Projected traffic15,712 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$509,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 5 over Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 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 FAP 5 over Branch carry?

About 11,014 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 5 over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns FAP 5 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.