US Bridges

FAP 22 over Graves Branch

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 1 MI S of Timberlake RD · Structure no. 39SR0220015

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,924
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Graves Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Graves Branch in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 6 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 10,924 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,576 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesGraves Branch
Location1 MI S of Timberlake RD
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.69525, -88.38672
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,924 (2021)
Projected traffic18,576 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$620,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Graves Branch built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Graves Branch 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 Graves Branch carry?

About 10,924 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Graves Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 22 over Graves Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.