US Bridges

FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22

FairPosted for load

Weakley County, Tennessee · Near Martin · Structure no. 92SR0220033

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
319 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,636
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22 in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,636 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,018 by 2042. The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 22 Rp a
CrossesSR 22
LocationNear Martin
RouteState Highway 22
CountyWeakley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.32475, -88.80309
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length319 ft (97.2 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,636 (2021)
Projected traffic9,018 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22 built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22 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 Rp a over SR 22 carry?

About 5,636 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22?

The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 Rp a over SR 22?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.