US Bridges

FAP 22 over Branch

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · In the City of Lexington · Structure no. 39SR0220025

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,675
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Branch in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 11,675 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,840 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesBranch
LocationIn the City of Lexington
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.64439, -88.40139
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.2 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$448,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over 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 Branch carry?

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

How long is FAP 22 over Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.