US Bridges

FAP 22 over Britt Creek

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 1 M Carroll-Henderson C L · Structure no. 39SR0220023

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,483
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Britt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Britt Creek in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8,483 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,416 by 2040. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesBritt Creek
Location1 M Carroll-Henderson C L
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.80758, -88.38936
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width103 ft (31.5 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,483 (2021)
Projected traffic14,416 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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$1.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Britt Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Britt 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 22 over Britt Creek carry?

About 8,483 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Britt Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Britt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.