US Bridges

FAP 14 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 3.1 M FM Shelby-Tipton Cl · Structure no. 79SR0140045

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,621
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 14 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 7,621 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,194 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 14
CrossesBranch
Location3.1 M FM Shelby-Tipton Cl
RouteState Highway 14
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.37311, -89.75797
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.8 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 traffic7,621 (2021)
Projected traffic12,194 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$262,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 14 over Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 14 over Branch 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 14 over Branch carry?

About 7,621 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 14 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.