US Bridges

FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek

Good

Jackson County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.N.Of Flynns Lick · Structure no. 44SR0530011

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,143
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek in Jackson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 1,143 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,728 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 53
CrossesPoorhouse Creek
Location2.2 Mi.N.Of Flynns Lick
RouteState Highway 53
CountyJackson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.3493, -85.69473
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,143 (2021)
Projected traffic1,728 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.2 mi (92 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 53 over Poorhouse 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 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek carry?

About 1,143 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 53 over Poorhouse Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.