FAS 332 over Sinking Creek
FairKnox County, Tennessee · 1.3 M E of SR332 · Structure no. 47S24060003
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 430 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,152
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 332 over Sinking Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 332 over Sinking Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older 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 17,152 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,632 by 2040. The structure is 430 ft (131 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 332 over Sinking Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 332 over Sinking Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 332 over Sinking Creek carry?
About 17,152 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 332 over Sinking Creek?
The structure is 430 ft (131 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 332 over Sinking Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.