US Bridges

FAU 5143 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Elmore Rd. · Structure no. 79051430001

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,412
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5143 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5143 over Branch 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 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 4,412 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,264 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5143
CrossesBranch
LocationElmore Rd.
RouteCity Street 5143
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.18986, -89.83633
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,412 (2021)
Projected traffic7,264 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$347,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5143 over Branch built?

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

What condition is FAU 5143 over Branch 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 5143 over Branch carry?

About 4,412 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5143 over Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 5143 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.