US Bridges

FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch

Good

Rutherford County, Tennessee · .4 M W JCT SR96&SR102 · Structure no. 75SR0960001

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
48 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,952
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch in Rutherford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older 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 4,952 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,504 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesFAP 96
CrossesStewarts Branch
Location.4 M W JCT SR96&SR102
RouteState Highway SR096
Coordinates35.85076, -86.59426
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 inspectionNovember 2024
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,952 (2021)
Projected traffic9,504 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$160,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 96 over Stewarts 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch carry?

About 4,952 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 96 over Stewarts Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.