US Bridges

FAP 25 over Branch

Good

Sumner County, Tennessee · 2 M W Trousdale CO Line · Structure no. 83SR0250023

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,876
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 25 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 25 over Branch in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6,876 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,704 by 2040. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesFAP 25
CrossesBranch
Location2 M W Trousdale CO Line
RouteState Highway SR025
Coordinates36.3941, -86.30448
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 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 traffic6,876 (2021)
Projected traffic10,704 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 25 over Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 25 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 25 over Branch carry?

About 6,876 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 25 over Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 25 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.