US Bridges

FAP 99 over Branch

Good

Maury County, Tennessee · 1.34 Mi.E. Jct. FAS 6199 · Structure no. 60SR0990007

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,055
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 99 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 99 over Branch in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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 4,055 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,560 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.8 mi (114 km).

CarriesFAP 99
CrossesBranch
Location1.34 Mi.E. Jct. FAS 6199
RouteState Highway 99
Coordinates35.60413, -87.26875
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic4,055 (2021)
Projected traffic8,560 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed70.8 mi (114 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$368,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 99 over Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 99 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 99 over Branch carry?

About 4,055 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 99 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 99 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.