US Bridges

FAU 4744 over Branch

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · On Cool Springs Blvd · Structure no. 94047440001

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,249
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4744 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 4744 over Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 24,249 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,010 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4744
CrossesBranch
LocationOn Cool Springs Blvd
RouteCity Street 4744
CountyWilliamson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.94088, -86.83546
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic24,249 (2021)
Projected traffic42,010 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$575,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4744 over Branch built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4744 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 4744 over Branch carry?

About 24,249 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4744 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 4744 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.