US Bridges

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Oakland Branch

Fair

Warren County, Tennessee · 1 M South of SR 1 JCT · Structure no. 89SR0550013

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,407
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 403 (sr 55) over Oakland Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 403 (sr 55) over Oakland Branch in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6 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 11,407 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,216 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 403 (sr 55)
CrossesOakland Branch
Location1 M South of SR 1 JCT
RouteState Highway 55
CountyWarren County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.68112, -85.81301
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,407 (2021)
Projected traffic16,216 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 403 (sr 55) over Oakland Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 403 (sr 55) over Oakland 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 February 2023.

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

About 11,407 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

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

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 403 (sr 55) over Oakland Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.