US Bridges

FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad

GoodPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · Lakeview Drive - Memphis · Structure no. 79028350001

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,414
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,414 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,616 by 2042. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5081 297581W
CrossesCnic Railroad
LocationLakeview Drive - Memphis
RouteCity Street 5081
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.04183, -90.04344
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,414 (2021)
Projected traffic8,616 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad carry?

About 3,414 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5081 297581W over Cnic Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.