US Bridges

FAS 305 over Collins Branch

Good

McMinn County, Tennessee · 0.5 MI from Meigs Co. · Structure no. 54SR3050017

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,607
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 305 over Collins Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 305 over Collins Branch in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 3,607 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,643 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFAS 305
CrossesCollins Branch
Location0.5 MI from Meigs Co.
RouteState Highway 305
Coordinates35.57364, -84.67416
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,607 (2021)
Projected traffic5,643 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 305 over Collins Branch built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 305 over Collins Branch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 305 over Collins Branch carry?

About 3,607 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAS 305 over Collins Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns FAS 305 over Collins Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.