FAS 249 over Blue Creek
GoodCheatham County, Tennessee · .6 Mi.N.E. of Lillamay · Structure no. 11S61510001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,869
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 249 over Blue Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 249 over Blue Creek in Cheatham County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 3,869 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,040 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 249 over Blue Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 249 over Blue Creek 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 FAS 249 over Blue Creek carry?
About 3,869 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 249 over Blue Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 249 over Blue Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.