US Bridges

FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch

FairPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · Sheldon Rd. -Collierville · Structure no. 79014520001

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,042
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,042 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,930 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 4049 (sa 7905)
CrossesBranch
LocationSheldon Rd. -Collierville
RouteCity Street 5426
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07453, -89.666
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.6 US tons
Inventory rating16.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,042 (2021)
Projected traffic14,930 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$314,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch carry?

About 7,042 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4049 (sa 7905) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.