SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch
GoodFannin County, Texas · 1.85 MI E of SH 78 · Structure no. 010750004506035
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 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 2,950 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,894 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns SH 56 over Canoe Lk Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.