US Bridges

FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek

Fair

Union County, Tennessee · .8 M NE of Knox CO LN · Structure no. 87SR0330003

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,065
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek in Union County, Tennessee. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 14,065 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,338 by 2041. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 33
CrossesBull Run Creek
Location.8 M NE of Knox CO LN
RouteState Highway 33
CountyUnion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.17992, -83.90055
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span66 ft (20 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,065 (2021)
Projected traffic21,338 by 2041
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$758,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 33 over Bull Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek carry?

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

How long is FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 33 over Bull Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.