US Bridges

FAP 25 over Cumberland River

Fair

Smith County, Tennessee · In City of Carthage · Structure no. 80SR0250015

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
914 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,646
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 25 over Cumberland River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 25 over Cumberland River in Smith County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 9,646 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,434 by 2042. The structure is 914 ft (278.6 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 25
CrossesCumberland River
LocationIn City of Carthage
RouteState Highway 25
CountySmith County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.24243, -85.9434
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length914 ft (278.6 m)
Longest span300 ft (91.4 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,646 (2021)
Projected traffic15,434 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$28.5 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 25 over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 25 over Cumberland 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 25 over Cumberland River carry?

About 9,646 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 25 over Cumberland River?

The structure is 914 ft (278.6 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 25 over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.