US Bridges

FAP 22 over Morris Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · In Gleason City Limits · Structure no. 92SR0220005

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1963
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,181
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Morris Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Morris Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1963, 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 6,181 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,144 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 160 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesMorris Branch
LocationIn Gleason City Limits
RouteState Highway 22
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.22697, -88.60414
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width160 ft (48.8 m)
Roadway width118 ft (36 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,181 (2021)
Projected traffic10,144 by 2040
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$379,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Morris Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.

What condition is FAP 22 over Morris 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 22 over Morris Branch carry?

About 6,181 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Morris Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 160 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Morris Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.