FAS 160 over Nolichucky River
PoorPosted for loadCocke County, Tennessee · On the Hamblen CO Line · Structure no. 15SR1600009
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 281 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,011
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 160 over Nolichucky River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 160 over Nolichucky River in Cocke County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,011 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,218 by 2042. The structure is 281 ft (85.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 160 over Nolichucky River built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 160 over Nolichucky River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 160 over Nolichucky River carry?
About 2,011 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 160 over Nolichucky River?
The structure is 281 ft (85.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 160 over Nolichucky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.