US Bridges

FAP 6 over Shoal Creek

Fair

Lawrence County, Tennessee · In Lawrenceburg · Structure no. 50SR0060005

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
129 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,379
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 6 over Shoal Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 6 over Shoal Creek in Lawrence County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 90 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 5 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 16,379 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,370 by 2041. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 6
CrossesShoal Creek
LocationIn Lawrenceburg
RouteU.S. Route 43
CountyLawrence County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.23385, -87.33317
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length129 ft (39.3 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.3 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,379 (2021)
Projected traffic25,370 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
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$2 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 6 over Shoal Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is FAP 6 over Shoal 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 6 over Shoal Creek carry?

About 16,379 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 6 over Shoal Creek?

The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 6 over Shoal Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.