US Bridges

FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Winchester RD · Structure no. 79053450001

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,946
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 8,946 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,744 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5345
CrossesWinchester RD / Branch
LocationWinchester RD
RouteCity Street 5345
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.03807, -89.70738
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,946 (2021)
Projected traffic15,744 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch carry?

About 8,946 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns FAU 5345 over Winchester RD / Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.