FAS 287 over Collins River
PoorPosted for loadWarren County, Tennessee · .5 MI West of US 70(S) · Structure no. 89SR2870011
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 813 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 544
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 287 over Collins River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying FAS 287 over Collins River in Warren 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 544 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 784 by 2041. The structure is 813 ft (247.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 287 over Collins River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 287 over Collins River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does FAS 287 over Collins River carry?
About 544 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 287 over Collins River?
The structure is 813 ft (247.8 m) long with a longest span of 265 ft (80.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 287 over Collins River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.