US Bridges

FAU 2875 over Brunch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Bartlett Blvd - Bartlett · Structure no. 790S0260001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,618
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2875 over Brunch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2875 over Brunch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 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 7,618 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,888 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2875
CrossesBrunch
LocationBartlett Blvd - Bartlett
RouteCity Street 2875
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.20947, -89.86328
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,618 (2021)
Projected traffic13,888 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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$428,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2875 over Brunch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2875 over Brunch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2875 over Brunch carry?

About 7,618 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2875 over Brunch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 2875 over Brunch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.