US Bridges

FAP 57 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.24 MI FR Fayette CO LN · Structure no. 79SR0570007

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,335
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 57 over Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 57 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 95 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 5 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 14,335 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,936 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 57
CrossesBranch
Location0.24 MI FR Fayette CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 72
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04492, -89.64689
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,335 (2021)
Projected traffic22,936 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 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$499,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 57 over Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is FAP 57 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 57 over Branch carry?

About 14,335 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 57 over Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 57 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.