US Bridges

FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Quince Ave. - Memphis · Structure no. 79I02400105

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
271 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,630
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240 in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 68 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 18,630 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,816 by 2040. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2867
CrossesQuince Ave / I-240
LocationQuince Ave. - Memphis
RouteCity Street 2867
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.08955, -89.87061
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length271 ft (82.6 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.7 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,630 (2021)
Projected traffic28,816 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is FAU 2867 over Quince 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240 carry?

About 18,630 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240?

The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 2867 over Quince Ave / I-240?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.