US Bridges

FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek

FairPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · University ST - Memphis · Structure no. 790B5050001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
94 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,057
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,057 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,232 by 2041. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 5226
CrossesCypress Creek
LocationUniversity ST - Memphis
RouteCity Street 5226
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.16756, -89.99069
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length94 ft (28.7 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,057 (2021)
Projected traffic3,232 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 5226 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 5226 over Cypress Creek carry?

About 2,057 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek?

The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 5226 over Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.