US Bridges

FAP 54 over Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · 7.5 Mi.East of Dresden · Structure no. 92SR0540035

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,526
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 54 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 54 over Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 2,526 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,032 by 2040. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 54
CrossesBranch
Location7.5 Mi.East of Dresden
RouteState Highway 54
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.29561, -88.54175
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,526 (2021)
Projected traffic4,032 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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$415,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 54 over Branch built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 54 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 54 over Branch carry?

About 2,526 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 54 over Branch?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 54 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.