US Bridges

FAP 385 over Branch

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Shelby County, Tennessee · 2.7 MI E of SR177 JCT · Structure no. 79SR3850075

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
48,482
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 385 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 385 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 48,482 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,942 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 385
CrossesBranch
Location2.7 MI E of SR177 JCT
RouteState Highway 385
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.02869, -89.77822
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,482 (2021)
Projected traffic56,942 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$427,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 385 over Branch built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 385 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 385 over Branch carry?

About 48,482 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 385 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns FAP 385 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.