FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar
GoodRoane County, Tennessee · W of Highway 58 · Structure no. 73S24710003
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 806
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar in Roane 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 806 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,434 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar carry?
About 806 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 304 over Backwaters of Watts Bar?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.