FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River
FairSevier County, Tennessee · In Sevierville · Structure no. 78SR0710047
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 186 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,086
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River in Sevier County, Tennessee. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1967, 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 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 45,086 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,104 by 2039. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.8 mi (114 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is FAP 71 over Little Pigeon 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River carry?
About 45,086 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River?
The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.
Who owns FAP 71 over Little Pigeon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.