US Bridges

FAP 76 over Cumberland River

Fair

Stewart County, Tennessee · In Dover · Structure no. 81SR0760007

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,716 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,317
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 over Cumberland River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 76 over Cumberland River in Stewart County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 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 10,317 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,507 by 2042. The structure is 1,716 ft (523 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 78.3 mi (126 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 76
CrossesCumberland River
LocationIn Dover
RouteU.S. Route 79
CountyStewart County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.48973, -87.8388
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+7 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,716 ft (523 m)
Longest span440 ft (134.1 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,317 (2021)
Projected traffic16,507 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed78.3 mi (126 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 76 over Cumberland River carry?

About 10,317 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 over Cumberland River?

The structure is 1,716 ft (523 m) long with a longest span of 440 ft (134.1 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 76 over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.