FAP 3 over Branch
GoodShelby County, Tennessee · Near Memphis · Structure no. 79SR0030051
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,179
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 3 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 3 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 37,179 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,486 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 198 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 3 over Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 3 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FAP 3 over Branch carry?
About 37,179 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 3 over Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 198 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 3 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.