US Bridges

FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch

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Wilson County, Tennessee · 0.5 MI SW of I40 · Structure no. 950A7350003

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,054
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,054 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,608 by 2040. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1050 (sa 9507)
CrossesBranch
Location0.5 MI SW of I40
RouteCity Street 1050
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.18053, -86.32835
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,054 (2021)
Projected traffic8,608 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1050 (sa 9507) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch carry?

About 2,054 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAU 1050 (sa 9507) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.