US Bridges

FAP 32 over Caney Creek

Good

Claiborne County, Tennessee · Southeast of Tazewell · Structure no. 13SR0320023

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,247
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Caney Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 32 over Caney Creek in Claiborne County, Tennessee. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,247 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,472 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesFAP 32
CrossesCaney Creek
LocationSoutheast of Tazewell
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.40843, -83.47373
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,247 (2021)
Projected traffic13,472 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$325,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 32 over Caney Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Caney 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 Caney Creek carry?

About 8,247 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Caney Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 32 over Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.