US Bridges

I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · Paul Barrett Pkwy · Structure no. 79I02690015

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,887
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 6 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 9,887 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,168 by 2040. The structure is 240 ft (73.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI 269
CrossesTributary to Wolf River
LocationPaul Barrett Pkwy
RouteInterstate 269
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.09453, -89.64101
Functional classRural 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73.1 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,887 (2021)
Projected traffic15,168 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River 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 269 over Tributary to Wolf River carry?

About 9,887 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River?

The structure is 240 ft (73.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I 269 over Tributary to Wolf River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.