US Bridges

FAP 32 over Holston River

Fair

Hamblen County, Tennessee · On Hanblen-Granger Co.Ln. · Structure no. 32SR0320001

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,714 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
22,479
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Holston River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 32 over Holston River in Hamblen County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 22,479 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,158 by 2041. The structure is 1,714 ft (522.4 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 32
CrossesHolston River
LocationOn Hanblen-Granger Co.Ln.
RouteU.S. Route 25
CountyHamblen County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.26125, -83.2839
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,714 ft (522.4 m)
Longest span333 ft (101.5 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,479 (2021)
Projected traffic45,158 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$57.1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 32 over Holston River built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Holston River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 32 over Holston River carry?

About 22,479 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Holston River?

The structure is 1,714 ft (522.4 m) long with a longest span of 333 ft (101.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 32 over Holston River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.