US Bridges

FAP 76 over Spring Branch

Good

Stewart County, Tennessee · 4.4 Mi.Nw.Of Dover · Structure no. 81SR0760017

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,511
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 76 over Spring Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 76 over Spring Branch in Stewart County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 8,511 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,618 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 78.3 mi (126 km).

CarriesFAP 76
CrossesSpring Branch
Location4.4 Mi.Nw.Of Dover
RouteU.S. Route 79
Coordinates36.54341, -87.79877
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,511 (2021)
Projected traffic13,618 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$455,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 76 over Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 76 over Spring Branch 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 Spring Branch carry?

About 8,511 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 76 over Spring Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 76 over Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.