US Bridges

FAP 56 over Branch

Good

Warren County, Tennessee · 6 MI S of SR1 · Structure no. 89SR0560015

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,984
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 56 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 56 over Branch in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,984 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,453 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesFAP 56
CrossesBranch
Location6 MI S of SR1
RouteState Highway 56
Coordinates35.78234, -85.79086
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 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 traffic4,984 (2021)
Projected traffic7,453 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$287,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 56 over Branch built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 56 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 56 over Branch carry?

About 4,984 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 56 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 56 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.