US Bridges

FAP 111 over Branch

Good

Pickett County, Tennessee · 1 M South of Ky State LN · Structure no. 69SR0420009

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,728
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 111 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 111 over Branch in Pickett County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 4,728 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,328 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 73.9 mi (119 km).

CarriesFAP 111
CrossesBranch
Location1 M South of Ky State LN
RouteState Highway 111
Coordinates36.606, -85.11837
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic4,728 (2021)
Projected traffic7,328 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed73.9 mi (119 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 111 over Branch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 111 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 111 over Branch carry?

About 4,728 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 111 over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 111 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.