US Bridges

FAP 68 over Whites Creek

Fair

Cumberland County, Tennessee · Cumberland-Rhea CO Line · Structure no. 18SR0680013

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
255 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,296
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 68 over Whites Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 68 over Whites Creek in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 5 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 3,296 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,696 by 2042. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 68
CrossesWhites Creek
LocationCumberland-Rhea CO Line
RouteState Highway 68
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.77886, -84.88242
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,296 (2021)
Projected traffic3,696 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FAP 68 over Whites Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 68 over Whites Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 68 over Whites Creek carry?

About 3,296 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 68 over Whites Creek?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 68 over Whites Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.