US Bridges

FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek

Good

Weakley County, Tennessee · 2.7 MI JCT SR 5 · Structure no. 92SR0220022

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,265
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 11,265 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,344 by 2040. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesFAP 22 (lt Ln)
CrossesMud Creek
Location2.7 MI JCT SR 5
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates36.29833, -88.75
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (31.9 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,265 (2021)
Projected traffic13,344 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek carry?

About 11,265 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 (lt Ln) over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.