US Bridges

FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · 1 Mile East of Dresden · Structure no. 92SR0220017

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,211
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 7,211 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,200 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 186 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22
CrossesAtkinson Branch
Location1 Mile East of Dresden
RouteState Highway 22
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.27291, -88.66747
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width186 ft (56.7 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,211 (2021)
Projected traffic13,200 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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$316,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Atkinson 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 Atkinson Branch carry?

About 7,211 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 186 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Atkinson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.