US Bridges

FAU 5043 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Lowrance RD - Memphis · Structure no. 790B2580003

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,195
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5043 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 5043 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 8,195 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,200 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5043
CrossesBranch
LocationLowrance RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 5043
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.03711, -89.81409
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,195 (2021)
Projected traffic13,200 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$338,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5043 over Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5043 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 5043 over Branch carry?

About 8,195 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5043 over Branch?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5043 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.