US Bridges

FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · 7.4 Mi.East of Covington · Structure no. 84SR0540009

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
142 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,693
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,693 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,709 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 54
CrossesBrigmon Branch
Location7.4 Mi.East of Covington
RouteState Highway 54
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.561, -89.51078
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length142 ft (43.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.7 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,693 (2021)
Projected traffic2,709 by 2042
Trucks5%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 54 over Brigmon 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch carry?

About 1,693 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch?

The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 54 over Brigmon Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.