US Bridges

FAP 28 over Branch

Good

Marion County, Tennessee · City of Whitwell · Structure no. 58SR0280017

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,542
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 28 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 28 over Branch in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 9,542 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,464 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesFAP 28
CrossesBranch
LocationCity of Whitwell
RouteState Highway 28
Coordinates35.18467, -85.52676
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.5 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 traffic9,542 (2021)
Projected traffic16,464 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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$553,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 28 over Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 28 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 28 over Branch carry?

About 9,542 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 28 over Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 28 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.