US Bridges

FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek

Good

Union County, Tennessee · .5 M W JCT SR144&SR370 · Structure no. 87SR1440001

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,217
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek in Union County, Tennessee. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,217 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,696 by 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 144
CrossesBull Run Creek
Location.5 M W JCT SR144&SR370
RouteState Highway 144
CountyUnion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.19107, -83.8251
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,217 (2021)
Projected traffic5,696 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$502,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 144 over Bull Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek carry?

About 3,217 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 144 over Bull Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.