US Bridges

FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Henry County, Tennessee · 1.2 Mi.N-West of Mckenzie · Structure no. 40SR0220003

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,821
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5,821 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,314 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

CarriesFAP 22
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.2 Mi.N-West of Mckenzie
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates36.16891, -88.52775
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic5,821 (2021)
Projected traffic9,314 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$322,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 5,821 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAP 22 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.