US Bridges

FAP 22 over Branch

Good

Weakley County, Tennessee · 6 MI N of SR 124 · Structure no. 92SR0220077

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,149
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 22 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAP 22 over Branch in Weakley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 6,149 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,776 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 223 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesFAP 22
CrossesBranch
Location6 MI N of SR 124
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates36.19242, -88.55878
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width223 ft (68 m)
Roadway width221 ft (67.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,149 (2021)
Projected traffic9,776 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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$440,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 22 over Branch built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 22 over Branch 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 over Branch carry?

About 6,149 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 22 over Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 223 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 22 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.