US Bridges

FAP 56 over Barren Fork River

Good

Warren County, Tennessee · 2 MI E of SR1 · Structure no. 89SR0560005

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
592 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,956
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 56 over Barren Fork River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 56 over Barren Fork River in Warren County, Tennessee. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8,956 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,330 by 2042. The structure is 592 ft (180.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesFAP 56
CrossesBarren Fork River
Location2 MI E of SR1
RouteState Highway 56
Coordinates35.67281, -85.75892
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length592 ft (180.4 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,956 (2021)
Projected traffic14,330 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 56 over Barren Fork River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 56 over Barren Fork River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 56 over Barren Fork River carry?

About 8,956 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAP 56 over Barren Fork River?

The structure is 592 ft (180.4 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 56 over Barren Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.