US Bridges

FAP 50 over Gorge

Good

Maury County, Tennessee · 2.1 Mi.S.E.Jct SR247 · Structure no. 60SR0070045

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
685 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,247
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 50 over Gorge is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 50 over Gorge in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 3,247 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,195 by 2042. The structure is 685 ft (208.7 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesFAP 50
CrossesGorge
Location2.1 Mi.S.E.Jct SR247
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates35.71177, -87.11594
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length685 ft (208.7 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.9 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,247 (2021)
Projected traffic5,195 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 50 over Gorge built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 50 over Gorge 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 50 over Gorge carry?

About 3,247 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 50 over Gorge?

The structure is 685 ft (208.7 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 50 over Gorge?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.