US Bridges

FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · American Way · Structure no. 79028700009

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
270 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,408
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 33,408 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,216 by 2041. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2870
CrossesBurlignton-Northern RR
LocationAmerican Way
RouteCity Street 2870
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07194, -89.95456
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.1 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,408 (2021)
Projected traffic21,216 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR 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 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR carry?

About 33,408 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2870 over Burlignton-Northern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.