US Bridges

FAU 2878 over Branch

PoorPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · Coleman RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79028780005

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25,735
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2878 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 2878 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25,735 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,112 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2878
CrossesBranch
LocationColeman RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2878
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.20433, -89.91331
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,735 (2021)
Projected traffic42,112 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$475,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2878 over Branch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2878 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 2878 over Branch carry?

About 25,735 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2878 over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2878 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.