US Bridges

FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Dogwood RD · Structure no. 79014520007

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,650
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch is a concrete 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 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 5,650 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 944 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFAU 1452 (sa 7906)
CrossesBranch
LocationDogwood RD
RouteCity Street 1452
Coordinates35.08789, -89.75551
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,650 (2021)
Projected traffic944 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch carry?

About 5,650 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

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

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1452 (sa 7906) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.