FAS 244 over Morton Creek
FairLincoln County, Tennessee · 6 M SW JCT SR50&SR244 · Structure no. 52S42810003
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,169
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 244 over Morton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 244 over Morton Creek in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 1,169 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,216 by 2039. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 244 over Morton Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 244 over Morton 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 244 over Morton Creek carry?
About 1,169 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FAS 244 over Morton Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 244 over Morton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.