FAS 44 over Cayless Creek
GoodSullivan County, Tennessee · E. of Bluff City · Structure no. 82007470021
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,914
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 44 over Cayless Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 44 over Cayless Creek in Sullivan 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 1,914 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,120 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 44 over Cayless Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 44 over Cayless 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does FAS 44 over Cayless Creek carry?
About 1,914 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 44 over Cayless Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns FAS 44 over Cayless Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.