US Bridges

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · .5 M E JCT SR24&SR171 · Structure no. 95SR0240031

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,839
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,839 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,342 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 401 (sr 24)
CrossesBranch
Location.5 M E JCT SR24&SR171
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.22645, -86.35858
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic20,839 (2021)
Projected traffic33,342 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$538,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 401 (sr 24) 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch carry?

About 20,839 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 401 (sr 24) over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.