US Bridges

FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek

Good

Lawrence County, Tennessee · In Loretto City Limits · Structure no. 50SR0060003

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,531
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8,531 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,213 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesFAP 6
CrossesProng Clack Creek
LocationIn Loretto City Limits
RouteU.S. Route 43
Coordinates35.07423, -87.4402
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,531 (2021)
Projected traffic13,213 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$527,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek 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 FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek carry?

About 8,531 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 6 over Prong Clack Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.