US Bridges

FAP 14 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · 7 M E of SR204 · Structure no. 79SR0140041

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,979
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 over Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 14 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 7,979 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,568 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

CarriesFAP 14
CrossesBranch
Location7 M E of SR204
RouteState Highway 14
Coordinates35.31314, -89.81766
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,979 (2021)
Projected traffic10,568 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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 14 over Branch built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 14 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 2022.

How much traffic does FAP 14 over Branch carry?

About 7,979 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 over Branch?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 14 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.