US Bridges

FAS 50 over Mud Creek

Fair

Franklin County, Tennessee · 2 Mi.West of Grundy Co. · Structure no. 26SR0500009

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,966
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 50 over Mud Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 50 over Mud Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5,966 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,733 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 50
CrossesMud Creek
Location2 Mi.West of Grundy Co.
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.27479, -85.93724
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,966 (2021)
Projected traffic9,733 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$509,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 50 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 50 over Mud Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 50 over Mud Creek carry?

About 5,966 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAS 50 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns FAS 50 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.