US Bridges

Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd.

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Shelby County, Tennessee · Entrance to Airport · Structure no. 79028130017

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
179 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,400
2020 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd. in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 35,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,640 by 2041. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa K650
CrossesWinchester Rd.
LocationEntrance to Airport
RouteCity Street 650
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.05183, -89.98186
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating27.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length179 ft (54.6 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,400 (2020)
Projected traffic56,640 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd. built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd. 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 Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd. carry?

About 35,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd.?

The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa K650 over Winchester Rd.?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.