US Bridges

FAP 22 over Big Sandy River

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 2 MI SW of & Strayleaf RD · Structure no. 39SR0220017

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,222
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Big Sandy River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 22 over Big Sandy River in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 7,222 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,272 by 2040. The structure is 180 ft (55 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesFAP 22
CrossesBig Sandy River
Location2 MI SW of & Strayleaf RD
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates35.73883, -88.39194
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (55 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.8 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,222 (2021)
Projected traffic12,272 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 22 over Big Sandy River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Big Sandy 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 Big Sandy River carry?

About 7,222 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Big Sandy River?

The structure is 180 ft (55 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Big Sandy River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.