US Bridges

FAP 33 over Suckstone CR

Good

Union County, Tennessee · .6 M NE of Knox CO LN · Structure no. 87SR0330001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,065
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 33 over Suckstone CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 33 over Suckstone CR in Union County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 14,065 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,256 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesFAP 33
CrossesSuckstone CR
Location.6 M NE of Knox CO LN
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates36.17747, -83.90168
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,065 (2021)
Projected traffic22,256 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 33 over Suckstone CR built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 33 over Suckstone CR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 33 over Suckstone CR carry?

About 14,065 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAP 33 over Suckstone CR?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns FAP 33 over Suckstone CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.