US Bridges

FAP 386 over Liberty Branch

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Tennessee · 1.1 M E JCT SR258&SR386 · Structure no. 83SR3860041

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
156 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
39,012
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 386 over Liberty Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 386 over Liberty Branch in Sumner County, Tennessee. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 39,012 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,392 by 2040. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 386
CrossesLiberty Branch
Location1.1 M E JCT SR258&SR386
RouteState Highway SR386
CountySumner County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.38117, -86.49786
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.9 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,012 (2021)
Projected traffic67,392 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 386 over Liberty Branch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 386 over Liberty 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 386 over Liberty Branch carry?

About 39,012 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 386 over Liberty Branch?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 386 over Liberty Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.