US Bridges

FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch

Fair

Weakley County, Tennessee · 2.7 MI JCT SR 54 · Structure no. 92SR0220023

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
159 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,265
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 64 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 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 11,265 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,344 by 2040. The structure is 159 ft (48.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22 (rt. Ln.)
CrossesChestnut Branch
Location2.7 MI JCT SR 54
RouteState Highway 22
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.29833, -88.75166
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length159 ft (48.4 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut 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 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch carry?

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

How long is FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch?

The structure is 159 ft (48.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 (rt. Ln.) over Chestnut Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.