US Bridges

FAS 141 over Cumberland River

FairPosted for load

Trousdale County, Tennessee · At Hartsville City Limits · Structure no. 85SR1410005

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
796 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,129
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 141 over Cumberland River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 141 over Cumberland River in Trousdale County, Tennessee. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,129 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,206 by 2042. The structure is 796 ft (242.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 141
CrossesCumberland River
LocationAt Hartsville City Limits
RouteState Highway 141
CountyTrousdale County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.3744, -86.17493
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.9 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length796 ft (242.6 m)
Longest span366 ft (111.6 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,129 (2021)
Projected traffic8,206 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$16.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 141 over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 141 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 141 over Cumberland River carry?

About 5,129 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 141 over Cumberland River?

The structure is 796 ft (242.6 m) long with a longest span of 366 ft (111.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 141 over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.