US Bridges

FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek

Good

Blount County, Tennessee · 2.7 M S of Maryville · Structure no. 05SR0330005

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
301 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,747
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8,747 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,792 by 2042. The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 33
CrossesFAU 4442 & Pistol Creek
Location2.7 M S of Maryville
RouteU.S. Route 411
CountyBlount County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.75845, -83.9687
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length301 ft (91.7 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,747 (2021)
Projected traffic12,792 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek carry?

About 8,747 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek?

The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 33 over FAU 4442 & Pistol Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.