US Bridges

FAS 50 over Branch

Good

Moore County, Tennessee · .36 MI SW of Lynchburg · Structure no. 64SR0500001

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,537
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 Moore County, Tennessee. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 5,537 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,859 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesFAS 50
CrossesBranch
Location.36 MI SW of Lynchburg
RouteState Highway 50
Coordinates35.26104, -86.39528
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.9 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,537 (2021)
Projected traffic8,859 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 50 over Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 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 5,537 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAS 50 over Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 50 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.