US Bridges

FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · SR4 / I240 · Structure no. 79I02400096

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,228
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4 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 37,228 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,136 by 2041. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 4
CrossesRamps from I-240 & SR-4
LocationSR4 / I240
RouteU.S. Route 78
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.081, -89.95625
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 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
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span79 ft (24 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.6 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,228 (2021)
Projected traffic57,136 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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$3.4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4 built?

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

What condition is FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4 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 FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4 carry?

About 37,228 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 4 over Ramps from I-240 & SR-4?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.