US Bridges

FAP 76 over Indian Creek

Good

Stewart County, Tennessee · In Dover · Structure no. 81SR0760005

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,005
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 76 over Indian Creek in Stewart County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 9,005 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,408 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 km).

CarriesFAP 76
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationIn Dover
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates36.4839, -87.85375
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,005 (2021)
Projected traffic14,408 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed90.1 mi (145 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$314,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 over Indian 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 76 over Indian Creek carry?

About 9,005 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FAP 76 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.