FAU 158 over Third Creek
FairKnox County, Tennessee · 1.6 M NE of SR33 · Structure no. 47SR1580001
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,073
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 158 over Third Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 158 over Third Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 73 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 12,073 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,918 by 2042. The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 158 over Third Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is FAU 158 over Third 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FAU 158 over Third Creek carry?
About 12,073 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAU 158 over Third Creek?
The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 158 over Third Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.