FAS 44 over Possum Creek
GoodSullivan County, Tennessee · Near Bluff City · Structure no. 82S23730007
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,401
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 44 over Possum Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 44 over Possum Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 2,401 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,760 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 FAS 44 over Possum Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 44 over Possum 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 Possum Creek carry?
About 2,401 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 44 over Possum Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 44 over Possum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.