US Bridges

FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Prescott RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79028240001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,645
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou 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 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 18,645 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,128 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2824
CrossesCherokee Bayou
LocationPrescott RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2824
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.08242, -89.95717
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 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 rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,645 (2021)
Projected traffic22,128 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$445,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou built?

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

What condition is FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou 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 2824 over Cherokee Bayou carry?

About 18,645 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 2824 over Cherokee Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.