US Bridges

FAP 22 over Beech River

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 1.3 MI S of SR20 · Structure no. 39SR0220007

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
238 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,675
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Beech River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 22 over Beech River in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,675 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,840 by 2040. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesBeech River
Location1.3 MI S of SR20
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.63206, -88.40456
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length238 ft (72.5 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,675 (2021)
Projected traffic19,840 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$698,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Beech River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Beech River 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 22 over Beech River carry?

About 11,675 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Beech River?

The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Beech River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.