US Bridges

FAS 107 over Cove Creek

Fair

Greene County, Tennessee · 1.7 M W of Meadow Ck Mtn · Structure no. 30SR1070003

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
645
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 107 over Cove Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 107 over Cove Creek in Greene County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 645 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,032 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 73.9 mi (119 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 107
CrossesCove Creek
Location1.7 M W of Meadow Ck Mtn
RouteState Highway 107
CountyGreene County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.0062, -82.85355
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic645 (2021)
Projected traffic1,032 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed73.9 mi (119 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$392,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 107 over Cove Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 107 over Cove 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 107 over Cove Creek carry?

About 645 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAS 107 over Cove Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 107 over Cove Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.