FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl
GoodSevier County, Tennessee · 1.33 Mi.N.Of Pigeon Forge · Structure no. 78SR0710043
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 186 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50,291
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl in Sevier County, Tennessee. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 76 years old, older 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 50,291 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,173 by 2041. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl 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 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl carry?
About 50,291 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl?
The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River Rl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.