US Bridges

FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek

Good

Claiborne County, Tennessee · 2.3 M SW of Spring Dale · Structure no. 13SR0320005

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
290 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
8,681
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek in Claiborne County, Tennessee. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 8,681 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,680 by 2040. The structure is 290 ft (88.5 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesFAP 32
CrossesBig Sycamore Creek
Location2.3 M SW of Spring Dale
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.4125, -83.5011
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length290 ft (88.5 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.4 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,681 (2021)
Projected traffic13,680 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Big Sycamore 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek carry?

About 8,681 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek?

The structure is 290 ft (88.5 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.4 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 32 over Big Sycamore Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.