US Bridges

FAP 20 over Branch

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · N of Jackson · Structure no. 57SR0200023

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,522
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 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 12,522 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,574 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBranch
LocationN of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 412
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.66808, -88.91453
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 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 traffic12,522 (2021)
Projected traffic17,574 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$427,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 20 over Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 20 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 20 over Branch carry?

About 12,522 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 20 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.