US Bridges

FAP 30 over Morgan Creek

Fair

Rhea County, Tennessee · 3.5 Mi.E.Of Beldsoe Co. · Structure no. 72SR0300003

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,944
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 30 over Morgan Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 30 over Morgan Creek in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 4,944 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,176 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.8 mi (122 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 30
CrossesMorgan Creek
Location3.5 Mi.E.Of Beldsoe Co.
RouteState Highway 30
CountyRhea County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.53717, -85.05717
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,944 (2021)
Projected traffic8,176 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed75.8 mi (122 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 FAP 30 over Morgan Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 30 over Morgan 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 30 over Morgan Creek carry?

About 4,944 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 30 over Morgan Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 30 over Morgan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.