US Bridges

FAP 96 over Branch

Good

Wilson County, Tennessee · 2 M N Cannon CO Line · Structure no. 95SR0960007

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,365
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 96 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 96 over Branch in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 3,365 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,384 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 96
CrossesBranch
Location2 M N Cannon CO Line
RouteState Highway 96
Coordinates35.98198, -86.0533
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,365 (2021)
Projected traffic5,384 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 96 over Branch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 96 over Branch carry?

About 3,365 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 96 over Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FAP 96 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.