US Bridges

FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed)

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Lauderdale ST - Memphis · Structure no. 79028600001

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
145 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,540
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed) is a concrete tee beam carrying FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed) in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 4,540 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,290 by 2041. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2860
CrossesUnion Rr(tracks Removed)
LocationLauderdale ST - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2860
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.09297, -90.04422
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,540 (2021)
Projected traffic8,290 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$556,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed) built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed) 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 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed) carry?

About 4,540 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed)?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2860 over Union Rr(tracks Removed)?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.