FAP 56 over Doe Creek
FairJackson County, Tennessee · In Gainesboro City Limits · Structure no. 44SR0560007
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,424
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAP 56 over Doe Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 56 over Doe Creek in Jackson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 5,424 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,584 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAP 56 over Doe Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAP 56 over Doe 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FAP 56 over Doe Creek carry?
About 5,424 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAP 56 over Doe Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAP 56 over Doe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.