US Bridges

FAP 27 over Branch

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Marion County, Tennessee · South Pittsburg · Structure no. 58SR0270023

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,950
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 27 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 27 over Branch in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 11,950 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,232 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 27
CrossesBranch
LocationSouth Pittsburg
RouteU.S. Route 72
CountyMarion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.008, -85.7015
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 inspectionAugust 2024
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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic11,950 (2021)
Projected traffic19,232 by 2040
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$374,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 27 over Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 27 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 27 over Branch carry?

About 11,950 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is FAP 27 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 27 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.