US Bridges

FAP 55 over Branch

Good

Moore County, Tennessee · 1.24 MI NE of Lynchburg · Structure no. 64SR0550011

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,878
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 55 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 55 over Branch in Moore County, Tennessee. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 6,878 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,005 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

CarriesFAP 55
CrossesBranch
Location1.24 MI NE of Lynchburg
RouteState Highway 55
Coordinates35.32306, -86.35353
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,878 (2021)
Projected traffic11,005 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 55 over Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 55 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 55 over Branch carry?

About 6,878 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 55 over Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 55 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.