US Bridges

FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050

Fair

Franklin County, Tennessee · 3 MI NE of Decherd · Structure no. 26SR0500019

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
217 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,321
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050 in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6 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 6,321 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,114 by 2042. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 50
CrossesSR050 / 0B050
Location3 MI NE of Decherd
RouteState Highway 50
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.25044, -86.0261
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,321 (2021)
Projected traffic10,114 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050 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 FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050 carry?

About 6,321 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 50 over SR050 / 0B050?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.