US Bridges

FAU 5014 over Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Mcvay RD - Germantown · Structure no. 790B2950001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,568
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5014 over Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying FAU 5014 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,568 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,704 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5014
CrossesBranch
LocationMcvay RD - Germantown
RouteCity Street 5014
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.08408, -89.82941
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.5 m)
Longest span16 ft (5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,568 (2021)
Projected traffic2,704 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$299,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5014 over Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5014 over Branch 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 5014 over Branch carry?

About 1,568 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5014 over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5014 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.