US Bridges

FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD

FairPosted for load

Knox County, Tennessee · 1.3 M S of SR71 · Structure no. 47S25910005

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
109 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,216
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,216 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,546 by 2042. The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 168
CrossesSR168 / Burnett Creek RD
Location1.3 M S of SR71
RouteState Highway 168
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.92025, -83.82491
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length109 ft (33.1 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,216 (2021)
Projected traffic19,546 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$302,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD carry?

About 12,216 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD?

The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 168 over SR168 / Burnett Creek RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.