US Bridges

FAP 32 over Powell River

Good

Claiborne County, Tennessee · .5 M SE of Riverview · Structure no. 13SR0320013

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
514 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,642
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Powell River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 32 over Powell River in Claiborne County, Tennessee. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 16,642 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,627 by 2042. The structure is 514 ft (156.7 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesFAP 32
CrossesPowell River
Location.5 M SE of Riverview
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.54027, -83.63105
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length514 ft (156.7 m)
Longest span134 ft (40.7 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,642 (2021)
Projected traffic26,627 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 32 over Powell River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Powell River 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 Powell River carry?

About 16,642 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Powell River?

The structure is 514 ft (156.7 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.7 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 32 over Powell River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.