US Bridges

FAP 49 over Haw Branch

Fair

Dickson County, Tennessee · 2.5 Mi. N. of Charlotte · Structure no. 22SR0490005

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,420
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 49 over Haw Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 49 over Haw Branch in Dickson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 2,420 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,688 by 2040. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 49
CrossesHaw Branch
Location2.5 Mi. N. of Charlotte
RouteState Highway 49
CountyDickson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18375, -87.31104
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,420 (2021)
Projected traffic4,688 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$604,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 49 over Haw Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 49 over Haw 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 49 over Haw Branch carry?

About 2,420 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 49 over Haw Branch?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 49 over Haw Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.