US Bridges

FAP 56 over Martin Creek

Good

Warren County, Tennessee · 1 MI S of Keasy RD · Structure no. 89SR0560003

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,861
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 56 over Martin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 56 over Martin Creek in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 1,861 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,755 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesFAP 56
CrossesMartin Creek
Location1 MI S of Keasy RD
RouteState Highway 56
Coordinates35.60492, -85.70569
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,861 (2021)
Projected traffic2,755 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 56 over Martin Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 56 over Martin 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAP 56 over Martin Creek carry?

About 1,861 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAP 56 over Martin Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FAP 56 over Martin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.