US Bridges

FAU 2827 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Mt Moriah RD Extd-Memphis · Structure no. 79028270003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,248
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2827 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 2827 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 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 30,248 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,912 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2827
CrossesBranch
LocationMt Moriah RD Extd-Memphis
RouteCity Street 2827
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07417, -89.86703
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionApril 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 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 traffic30,248 (2021)
Projected traffic68,912 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$473,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2827 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAU 2827 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2827 over Branch carry?

About 30,248 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2827 over Branch?

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

Who owns FAU 2827 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.