US Bridges

FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek

Good

Henry County, Tennessee · In Paris City Limits · Structure no. 40SR0760009

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,461
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 13,461 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,538 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesFAP 76
CrossesSmallwood Creek
LocationIn Paris City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates36.31744, -88.2823
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,461 (2021)
Projected traffic21,538 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$448,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek carry?

About 13,461 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 76 over Smallwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.