US Bridges

FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571

GoodPosted for load

Knox County, Tennessee · 1.4 M W of I75 · Structure no. 47SR0620015

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
376 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,735
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571 in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11,735 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,229 by 2042. The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 62 347643G
CrossesSou Rwy Second CR & E571
Location1.4 M W of I75
RouteState Highway 62
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.96438, -83.92695
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length376 ft (114.6 m)
Longest span155 ft (47.2 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,735 (2021)
Projected traffic22,229 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571 built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571 carry?

About 11,735 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571?

The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long with a longest span of 155 ft (47.2 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 62 347643G over Sou Rwy Second CR & E571?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.