US Bridges

FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162

Good

Knox County, Tennessee · Over SR162 · Structure no. 47SR1620047

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
272 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,300
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162 in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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.

It carries about 8,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,280 by 2042. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 68 ft wide.

CarriesFAU 4832
CrossesFAU 4832 / SR162
LocationOver SR162
RouteCounty Highway 4832
Coordinates35.92473, -84.13348
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span136 ft (41.5 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,300 (2021)
Projected traffic13,280 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162 built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162 carry?

About 8,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4832 over FAU 4832 / SR162?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.