US Bridges

FAP 76 over Hog Creek

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · .5 Mi.Sw.Of Gibson · Structure no. 27SR0760001

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,391
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 over Hog Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 76 over Hog Creek in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 4,391 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,026 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 76
CrossesHog Creek
Location.5 Mi.Sw.Of Gibson
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.86568, -88.8557
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,391 (2021)
Projected traffic7,026 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$250,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 over Hog Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 over Hog 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 76 over Hog Creek carry?

About 4,391 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 over Hog Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 76 over Hog Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.