US Bridges

FAP 11 over Branch

Good

Williamson County, Tennessee · 2.4 M SW JCT SR11&SR16 · Structure no. 94SR0110005

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,342
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 11 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 11 over Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4,342 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,416 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesFAP 11
CrossesBranch
Location2.4 M SW JCT SR11&SR16
RouteU.S. Route 31
Coordinates35.77507, -86.6828
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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (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 traffic4,342 (2021)
Projected traffic6,416 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$308,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 11 over Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 11 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 11 over Branch carry?

About 4,342 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 11 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 11 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.