US Bridges

FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd.

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Sam Cooper Blvd - Memphis · Structure no. 79040320013

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
53,975
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd. in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 53,975 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 86,360 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFAU 4032
CrossesVaughn Rd.
LocationSam Cooper Blvd - Memphis
RouteCity Street 4032
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14603, -89.92255
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 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
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic53,975 (2021)
Projected traffic86,360 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd. built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd. 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 4032 over Vaughn Rd. carry?

About 53,975 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd.?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4032 over Vaughn Rd.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.