US Bridges

FAP 107 over Nolichucky River

PoorClosed to traffic

Greene County, Tennessee · 1.3 M W of Tusculum · Structure no. 30SR1070007

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
593 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,190
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 107 over Nolichucky River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 107 over Nolichucky River in Greene County, Tennessee. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 74 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 11,190 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,630 by 2042. The structure is 593 ft (180.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.8 mi (122 km).

CarriesFAP 107
CrossesNolichucky River
Location1.3 M W of Tusculum
RouteState Highway 107
Coordinates36.1569, -82.7262
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Superstructure0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Substructure0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Channel and channel protection0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; bridge has failed and is closed
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Approach roadway alignment0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+8 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length593 ft (180.6 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,190 (2022)
Projected traffic16,630 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed75.8 mi (122 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 107 over Nolichucky River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is FAP 107 over Nolichucky River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 107 over Nolichucky River carry?

About 11,190 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 107 over Nolichucky River?

The structure is 593 ft (180.6 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 107 over Nolichucky River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.