US Bridges

FAP 81 over Barkley Branch

Good

Washington County, Tennessee · .6 M N JCT SR81&SR353 · Structure no. 90SR0810019

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,226
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 81 over Barkley Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 81 over Barkley Branch in Washington County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 9,226 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,251 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 81
CrossesBarkley Branch
Location.6 M N JCT SR81&SR353
RouteState Highway 81
CountyWashington County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.29013, -82.48151
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,226 (2021)
Projected traffic14,251 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$365,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 81 over Barkley Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 81 over Barkley 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 81 over Barkley Branch carry?

About 9,226 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 81 over Barkley Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FAP 81 over Barkley Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.