US Bridges

FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226

Fair

Putnam County, Tennessee · In Baxter City Limits · Structure no. 71SR0560001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
222 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,426
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226 in Putnam County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6,426 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,282 by 2042. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 56 349009E
CrossesN&e RR & Nfa 2226
LocationIn Baxter City Limits
RouteState Highway 56
CountyPutnam County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.15997, -85.62814
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,426 (2021)
Projected traffic10,282 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226 carry?

About 6,426 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 56 349009E over N&e RR & Nfa 2226?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.