US Bridges

FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Dogwood RD · Structure no. 79014520005

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,308
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 6 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 5,308 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,312 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1452 (sa 7906)
CrossesBranch
LocationDogwood RD
RouteCity Street 1452
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.08561, -89.77006
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,308 (2021)
Projected traffic9,312 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1452 (sa 7906) 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 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch carry?

About 5,308 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.