US Bridges

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB

Fair

Polk County, Tennessee · 1.6 Mi.W.Of No.Carolina · Structure no. 70SR0400036

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,700
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,520 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 402 (sr 40)
CrossesEllis Branch / SR-40 WB
Location1.6 Mi.W.Of No.Carolina
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyPolk County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.02235, -84.34435
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 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 traffic4,700 (2021)
Projected traffic7,520 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$269,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 402 (sr 40) over Ellis Branch / SR-40 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.