US Bridges

FAP 96 over Watson Branch

Fair

Williamson County, Tennessee · .7 M E JCT SR96&I65 · Structure no. 94SR0960015

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
55 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,056
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 96 over Watson Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 96 over Watson Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 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 21,056 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,882 by 2041. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 96
CrossesWatson Branch
Location.7 M E JCT SR96&I65
RouteState Highway 96
CountyWilliamson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.91022, -86.81319
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,056 (2021)
Projected traffic38,882 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$953,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 96 over Watson Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 96 over Watson 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 96 over Watson Branch carry?

About 21,056 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 96 over Watson Branch?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAP 96 over Watson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.