US Bridges

FAP 22 over Napier Branch

Good

Obion County, Tennessee · 1 MI W of Weakley CO · Structure no. 66SR0220053

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,172
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Napier Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Napier Branch in Obion County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,172 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,056 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesNapier Branch
Location1 MI W of Weakley CO
RouteState Highway 22
CountyObion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.43273, -89.00684
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,172 (2021)
Projected traffic7,056 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Napier Branch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Napier Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FAP 22 over Napier Branch carry?

About 4,172 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Napier Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns FAP 22 over Napier Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.