US Bridges

FAP 1 over Branch

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Rutherford County, Tennessee · 2.7 M NE JCT I24&SR10 · Structure no. 75SR0010017

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,486
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 1 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 1 over Branch in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 14,486 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,178 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 1
CrossesBranch
Location2.7 M NE JCT I24&SR10
RouteU.S. Route SR001
CountyRutherford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.83926, -86.35977
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic14,486 (2021)
Projected traffic23,178 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$584,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 1 over Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 1 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 1 over Branch carry?

About 14,486 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 1 over Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 1 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.