US Bridges

FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Jefferson Ave - Memphis · Structure no. 79I00400157

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
246 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,708
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240 in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 61 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 5,708 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,720 by 2040. The structure is 246 ft (74.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2855
CrossesJefferson Ave / I-240
LocationJefferson Ave - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2855
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14269, -90.02311
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length246 ft (74.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,708 (2021)
Projected traffic8,720 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$4 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240 carry?

About 5,708 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240?

The structure is 246 ft (74.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2855 over Jefferson Ave / I-240?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.