US Bridges

FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek

Fair

Clay County, Tennessee · 2.2 Mi.W.Of Oak Grove · Structure no. 14SR0520003

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
141 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,681
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek in Clay County, Tennessee. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 6 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 1,681 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,304 by 2042. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 km).

CarriesFAP 52
CrossesLittle Trace Creek
Location2.2 Mi.W.Of Oak Grove
RouteState Highway 52
Coordinates36.59167, -85.74464
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length141 ft (43 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,681 (2021)
Projected traffic2,304 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.7 mi (109 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 52 over Little Trace 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek carry?

About 1,681 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek?

The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 52 over Little Trace Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.