US Bridges

FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.2 Mi. S of I-240 Jct. · Structure no. 79E02010003

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
240 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
43,614
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 71 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 43,614 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,782 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 176
CrossesNonconnah Creek
Location0.2 Mi. S of I-240 Jct.
RouteState Highway 176
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07706, -89.93131
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.6 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,614 (2021)
Projected traffic69,782 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FAS 176 over Nonconnah 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek carry?

About 43,614 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 176 over Nonconnah Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.