US Bridges

FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162

Good

Blount County, Tennessee · 2.5 MI JCT SR115&I0140 · Structure no. 05SR1620016

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
114 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,367
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162 in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 13,367 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,128 by 2039. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAP 162
CrossesRussel RD(A193) / SR162
Location2.5 MI JCT SR115&I0140
RouteState Highway 162
Coordinates35.8194, -83.95174
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span111 ft (33.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,367 (2021)
Projected traffic20,128 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162 carry?

About 13,367 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 162 over Russel RD(A193) / SR162?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.