US Bridges

FAU 2875 over Branch

Good

Shelby County, Tennessee · Egypt-Central-Fiske-Bartl · Structure no. 790B5520001

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,919
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2875 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 2875 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,919 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,096 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAU 2875
CrossesBranch
LocationEgypt-Central-Fiske-Bartl
RouteCity Street 2875
Coordinates35.24172, -89.85522
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,919 (2021)
Projected traffic6,096 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$427,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2875 over Branch built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2875 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 2875 over Branch carry?

About 3,919 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2875 over Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FAU 2875 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.