US Bridges

FAP 96 over Sharps Branch

Fair

Williamson County, Tennessee · .4 M SW JCT SR96&SR106 · Structure no. 94SR0960011

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,422
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 96 over Sharps Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 96 over Sharps Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 18,422 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,728 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 96
CrossesSharps Branch
Location.4 M SW JCT SR96&SR106
RouteState Highway 96
CountyWilliamson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.92377, -86.87852
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 inspectionNovember 2024
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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic18,422 (2021)
Projected traffic31,728 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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$241,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 96 over Sharps Branch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 96 over Sharps 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 96 over Sharps Branch carry?

About 18,422 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 96 over Sharps Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 96 over Sharps Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.