US Bridges

FAP 50 over Silver Creek

Good

Maury County, Tennessee · 3.1 M NW Marshall CO Line · Structure no. 60SR0500029

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
74 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,137
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 50 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 50 over Silver Creek in Maury County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 7,137 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,160 by 2040. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesFAP 50
CrossesSilver Creek
Location3.1 M NW Marshall CO Line
RouteState Highway 50
Coordinates35.53002, -86.92825
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,137 (2021)
Projected traffic12,160 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$710,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 50 over Silver Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 50 over Silver Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 50 over Silver Creek carry?

About 7,137 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAP 50 over Silver Creek?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 50 over Silver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.