US Bridges

FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · N Evergreen ST - Memphis · Structure no. 790A5580001

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,314
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,314 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,704 by 2041. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5224
CrossesCypress Creek
LocationN Evergreen ST - Memphis
RouteCity Street 5224
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.16881, -90.00022
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,314 (2021)
Projected traffic6,704 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek carry?

About 6,314 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5224 over Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.