US Bridges

FAP 6 over Branch

Good

Sumner County, Tennessee · 2.4 M SW JCT SR6&SR52 · Structure no. 83SR0060027

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,322
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 6 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 6 over Branch in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 13,322 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,456 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

CarriesFAP 6
CrossesBranch
Location2.4 M SW JCT SR6&SR52
RouteU.S. Route SR006
Coordinates36.52419, -86.25408
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic13,322 (2021)
Projected traffic19,456 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 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$332,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 6 over Branch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 6 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 6 over Branch carry?

About 13,322 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 6 over Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 6 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.