US Bridges

FAP 32 over Little Sycamore Creek

Good

Claiborne County, Tennessee · In Spring Dale · Structure no. 13SR0320007

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
222 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,289
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Little Sycamore Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 32 over Little Sycamore Creek in Claiborne County, Tennessee. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8,289 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,368 by 2040. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFAP 32
CrossesLittle Sycamore Creek
LocationIn Spring Dale
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.4236, -83.52319
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.7 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,289 (2021)
Projected traffic14,368 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Little Sycamore Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Little 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 Little Sycamore Creek carry?

About 8,289 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Little Sycamore Creek?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.7 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 32 over Little Sycamore Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.