I40 over Morris Creek
GoodHenderson County, Tennessee · On the Carroll CO Li · Structure no. 39I00400029
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,441
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Morris Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Morris Creek in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 31,441 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,560 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 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 I40 over Morris Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over Morris 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Morris Creek carry?
About 31,441 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Morris Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I40 over Morris Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.