US Bridges

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch

Fair

Warren County, Tennessee · .5 MI FM Morrison Tn · Structure no. 89SR0550001

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,836
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 9,836 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,286 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 69 mi (111 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 403 (sr 55)
CrossesBranch
Location.5 MI FM Morrison Tn
RouteState Highway 55
CountyWarren County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.58747, -85.93888
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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 adequacy7: Better than 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,836 (2021)
Projected traffic14,286 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed69 mi (111 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$451,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 403 (sr 55) 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch carry?

About 9,836 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 403 (sr 55) over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.