US Bridges

Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Gateway Blvd.-Nashville · Structure no. 19053330001

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Arch - Thru
Steel
Length
1,661 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,329
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River is a steel arch - thru carrying Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6 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 17,329 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,726 by 2042. The structure is 1,661 ft (506.2 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKorean Vets Blvd.
CrossesCumberland River
LocationGateway Blvd.-Nashville
RouteCity Street 5333
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.15962, -86.76978
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+10 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,661 ft (506.2 m)
Longest span571 ft (174 m)
Deck width102 ft (31 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24 m)
Vertical clearance over deck31 ft (9.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,329 (2021)
Projected traffic27,726 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River carry?

About 17,329 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River?

The structure is 1,661 ft (506.2 m) long with a longest span of 571 ft (174 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns Korean Vets Blvd. over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.