US Bridges

FAP 20 over Branch

Good

Madison County, Tennessee · 6 Mi.Nw. of Jackson · Structure no. 57SR0200009

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,171
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 20 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 20 over Branch in Madison County, Tennessee. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 17,171 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,181 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBranch
Location6 Mi.Nw. of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates35.64444, -88.85886
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,171 (2021)
Projected traffic25,181 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 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 20 over Branch carry?

About 17,171 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.