US Bridges

FAP 80 over Branch

Good

Smith County, Tennessee · 4 Mi.S.Of Pleasant Shade · Structure no. 80SR0800007

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,728
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 80 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 80 over Branch in Smith County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,728 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,781 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 80
CrossesBranch
Location4 Mi.S.Of Pleasant Shade
RouteState Highway 80
CountySmith County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.35123, -85.9635
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,728 (2021)
Projected traffic2,781 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 80 over Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 80 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 80 over Branch carry?

About 1,728 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 80 over Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 80 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.