US Bridges

FAU 2815 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · James RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79028150001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,822
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2815 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 2815 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 10,822 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,315 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2815
CrossesBranch
LocationJames RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2815
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.19981, -89.9678
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,822 (2021)
Projected traffic17,315 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$406,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2815 over Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2815 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 2815 over Branch carry?

About 10,822 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2815 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns FAU 2815 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.