FAP 50 over Elk River
FairGrundy County, Tennessee · .9 Mi.Sw.Of I0024 · Structure no. 31SR0500001
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,966
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 50 over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 50 over Elk River in Grundy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 5,966 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,096 by 2040. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 50 over Elk River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 50 over Elk River 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 50 over Elk River carry?
About 5,966 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAP 50 over Elk River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 50 over Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.