US Bridges

FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Kirby-Whitten Rd-Bartlett · Structure no. 79028710005

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30,343
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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.

It carries about 30,343 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,160 by 2041. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5131
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationKirby-Whitten Rd-Bartlett
RouteCity Street 5131
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.22678, -89.8355
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.2 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,343 (2021)
Projected traffic44,160 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5131 over CSX 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad carry?

About 30,343 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5131 over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.