US Bridges

FAP 32 over Long Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Tennessee · 1M SW of White Pine · Structure no. 45SR0320003

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
270 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,150
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 32 over Long Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 32 over Long Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 11,150 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,400 by 2039. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFAP 32
CrossesLong Creek
Location1M SW of White Pine
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates36.11672, -83.2856
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,150 (2021)
Projected traffic18,400 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 32 over Long Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 32 over Long 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 32 over Long Creek carry?

About 11,150 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 32 over Long Creek?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 32 over Long Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.