US Bridges

FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24

Fair

Davidson County, Tennessee · Shelby ST / I24 · Structure no. 19I00240117

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
205 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,329
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24 in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 65 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 17,329 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,306 by 2041. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5333
CrossesShelby Ave / I-24
LocationShelby ST / I24
RouteCity Street 5333
CountyDavidson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.16685, -86.7646
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.8 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,329 (2021)
Projected traffic28,306 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$5.2 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24 carry?

About 17,329 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5333 over Shelby Ave / I-24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.