US Bridges

FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · E. Mclemore ST - Memphis · Structure no. 790B2800003

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
452 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,995
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 6 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 6,995 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,128 by 2041. The structure is 452 ft (137.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2861 297545B
CrossesCnic Railroad
LocationE. Mclemore ST - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2861
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.11614, -90.05644
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length452 ft (137.7 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,995 (2021)
Projected traffic10,128 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.8 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad 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 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad carry?

About 6,995 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad?

The structure is 452 ft (137.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2861 297545B over Cnic Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.