US Bridges

FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Southern Ave - Memphis · Structure no. 79028610003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,170
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 14,170 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,320 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2861
CrossesCypress Creek
LocationSouthern Ave - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2861
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.11547, -89.96909
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,170 (2021)
Projected traffic16,320 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$496,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek 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 2861 over Cypress Creek carry?

About 14,170 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FAU 2861 over Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.