US Bridges

FAP 5 over Branch

Good

Madison County, Tennessee · 2 Miles Nw.Of Fairview · Structure no. 57SR0050035

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,916
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 Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 14,916 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,194 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFAP 5
CrossesBranch
Location2 Miles Nw.Of Fairview
RouteU.S. Route 45
Coordinates35.78683, -88.86694
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 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 traffic14,916 (2021)
Projected traffic22,194 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$757,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 5 over Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 5 over Branch carry?

About 14,916 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 5 over Branch?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 5 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.