US Bridges

FAP 3 over Branch

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · 1.7 Mi.Ne.Of BRIGHT0N · Structure no. 84SR0030013

Built
1926
99 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,405
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 3 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 3 over Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 16,405 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,248 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 3
CrossesBranch
Location1.7 Mi.Ne.Of BRIGHT0N
RouteU.S. Route 51
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.51206, -89.70805
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7.1 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 traffic16,405 (2021)
Projected traffic26,248 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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$278,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 3 over Branch built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 3 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 3 over Branch carry?

About 16,405 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 3 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 3 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.