US Bridges

FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240

GoodPosted for load

Shelby County, Tennessee · Perkins RD - Memphis · Structure no. 79I02400101

Built
2003
22 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
232 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54,000
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240 in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2003 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 54,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 86,400 by 2042. The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2814
CrossesPerkins RD / I-240
LocationPerkins RD - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2814
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.07822, -89.90683
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length232 ft (70.7 m)
Longest span116 ft (35.4 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.7 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,000 (2021)
Projected traffic86,400 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$863,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240 carry?

About 54,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240?

The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2814 over Perkins RD / I-240?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.