FAU 33 over Knob Creek
FairKnox County, Tennessee · 1 M S of SR168 · Structure no. 47SR0330003
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,874
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 33 over Knob Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 33 over Knob Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 99 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 6 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 5,874 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,310 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 33 over Knob Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is FAU 33 over Knob 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 33 over Knob Creek carry?
About 5,874 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAU 33 over Knob Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAU 33 over Knob Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.