US Bridges

FAP 43 over Branch

Fair

Madison County, Tennessee · South of Gibson Co. · Structure no. 57SR0430005

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,685
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 43 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 43 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 15,685 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,624 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 43
CrossesBranch
LocationSouth of Gibson Co.
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMadison County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.77175, -88.82733
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 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 traffic15,685 (2021)
Projected traffic21,624 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$370,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 43 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAP 43 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 43 over Branch carry?

About 15,685 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 43 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 43 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.