US Bridges

FAP 13 over Plainer Branch

Fair

Perry County, Tennessee · Between Linden City Limit · Structure no. 68SR0130021

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,499
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 13 over Plainer Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 13 over Plainer Branch in Perry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 5 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 3,499 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,483 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 13
CrossesPlainer Branch
LocationBetween Linden City Limit
RouteState Highway 13
CountyPerry County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.6138, -87.83477
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic3,499 (2021)
Projected traffic5,483 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$241,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 13 over Plainer Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 13 over Plainer 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 13 over Plainer Branch carry?

About 3,499 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 13 over Plainer Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 13 over Plainer Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.