US Bridges

FAP 96 over Branch

GoodPosted for load

Williamson County, Tennessee · 2.3 M NW SR96&SR11 · Structure no. 94SR0960027

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,970
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 96 over Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 96 over Branch in Williamson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8,970 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,733 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesFAP 96
CrossesBranch
Location2.3 M NW SR96&SR11
RouteState Highway 96
Coordinates35.8674, -86.69725
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,970 (2021)
Projected traffic12,733 by 2042
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$218,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 96 over Branch built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 96 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 96 over Branch carry?

About 8,970 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 96 over Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 96 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.