US Bridges

FAP 10 over Walker Branch

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 1.6 M N JCT SR10&SR24 · Structure no. 95SR0100013

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,246
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 10 over Walker Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 10 over Walker Branch in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 10,246 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,394 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesFAP 10
CrossesWalker Branch
Location1.6 M N JCT SR10&SR24
RouteU.S. Route 231
Coordinates36.23475, -86.28955
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,246 (2021)
Projected traffic16,394 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$145,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 10 over Walker Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 10 over Walker 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 10 over Walker Branch carry?

About 10,246 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 10 over Walker Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 10 over Walker Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.