US Bridges

FAP 10 over Cumberland River

Fair

Wilson County, Tennessee · Is Wilson-Trousdale Line · Structure no. 95SR0100017

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
878 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,934
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 10 over Cumberland River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 10 over Cumberland River in Wilson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 7,934 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,694 by 2042. The structure is 878 ft (267.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 10
CrossesCumberland River
LocationIs Wilson-Trousdale Line
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyWilson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.29864, -86.26346
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length878 ft (267.6 m)
Longest span435 ft (132.6 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,934 (2021)
Projected traffic12,694 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 10 over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 10 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 10 over Cumberland River carry?

About 7,934 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 10 over Cumberland River?

The structure is 878 ft (267.6 m) long with a longest span of 435 ft (132.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 10 over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.