US Bridges

FAP 59 over Branch

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · 1.2 MI E of Covington · Structure no. 84SR0590031

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,371
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 59 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 59 over Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 5,371 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,269 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 59
CrossesBranch
Location1.2 MI E of Covington
RouteState Highway 59
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.53683, -89.63611
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,371 (2021)
Projected traffic6,269 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 59 over Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 59 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 59 over Branch carry?

About 5,371 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 59 over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 59 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.