US Bridges

FAP 20 over Branch

Good

Madison County, Tennessee · In the City of Jackson · Structure no. 57SR0200027

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,587
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 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 22,587 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,701 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesFAP 20
CrossesBranch
LocationIn the City of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 412
Coordinates35.66225, -88.88008
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 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 length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic22,587 (2021)
Projected traffic31,701 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1990, making it 35 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 22,587 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 20 over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 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.