US Bridges

I-240 EB over Tarent Branch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · 0.29 Mi. N of I-55 Jct. · Structure no. 79I02400065

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
53 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
102,621
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-240 EB over Tarent Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-240 EB over Tarent Branch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 102,621 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 150,400 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-240 EB
CrossesTarent Branch
Location0.29 Mi. N of I-55 Jct.
RouteInterstate 240
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07647, -90.02695
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic102,621 (2021)
Projected traffic150,400 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$499,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-240 EB over Tarent Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-240 EB over Tarent Branch 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-240 EB over Tarent Branch carry?

About 102,621 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I-240 EB over Tarent Branch?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-240 EB over Tarent Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.