US Bridges

FAP 22 over Clear Creek

Fair

Carroll County, Tennessee · 1.8 Mi.Se.Of Mckenize · Structure no. 09SR0220021

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
94 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,535
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Clear Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 22 over Clear Creek in Carroll County, Tennessee. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 9,535 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,024 by 2039. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesClear Creek
Location1.8 Mi.Se.Of Mckenize
RouteState Highway 22
CountyCarroll County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.0995, -88.48595
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length94 ft (28.7 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,535 (2021)
Projected traffic15,024 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$866,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Clear 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 22 over Clear Creek carry?

About 9,535 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.