FAU 5056 over Branch
GoodShelby County, Tennessee · Malone Rd. - Memphis · Structure no. 790M0010001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,576
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAU 5056 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 5056 over Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 4,576 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,016 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAU 5056 over Branch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAU 5056 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FAU 5056 over Branch carry?
About 4,576 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FAU 5056 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAU 5056 over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.