US Bridges

Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR

Good

Hamblen County, Tennessee · 0.24M.FROM Jefferson Co.L · Structure no. 32I00810041

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
420 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,004
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR in Hamblen County, Tennessee. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 49,004 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 78,406 by 2042. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp SR32 to I81SB
CrossesSR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR
Location0.24M.FROM Jefferson Co.L
RouteInterstate 81
CountyHamblen County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.1365, -83.28287
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionFebruary 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating79.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length420 ft (128 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,004 (2021)
Projected traffic78,406 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR carry?

About 49,004 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR?

The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp SR32 to I81SB over SR-32 Ramp/Norf So RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.