FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River
FairSevier County, Tennessee · N of US411 at Sevierville · Structure no. 78024880001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 162 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 982
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River in Sevier County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.
It carries about 982 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,571 by 2042. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River carry?
About 982 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns FAU 2488 (sa 7816) over Little Pigeon River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.