US Bridges

FAP 11 over Branch

Fair

Williamson County, Tennessee · 3.3 M SE Davidson CO Line · Structure no. 94SR0110021

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,087
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 1932 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 93 years old, older 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 6 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 8,087 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,939 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 11
CrossesBranch
Location3.3 M SE Davidson CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyWilliamson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.94437, -86.66448
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 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 traffic8,087 (2021)
Projected traffic12,939 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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$463,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 11 over Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is FAP 11 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 11 over Branch carry?

About 8,087 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 11 over Branch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 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.