FAS 50 over Branch
GoodGrundy County, Tennessee · Near Elkhead · Structure no. 31S43240005
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,872
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 50 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 50 over Branch in Grundy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,872 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 50 over Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 50 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 50 over Branch carry?
About 1,872 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 50 over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 50 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.