US Bridges

FAU 2807 over Ditch

Fair

Shelby County, Tennessee · South Parkway E-Memphis · Structure no. 79K28070005

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,972
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 2807 over Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAU 2807 over Ditch in Shelby County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 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 13,972 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,568 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 2807
CrossesDitch
LocationSouth Parkway E-Memphis
RouteCity Street 2807
CountyShelby County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.10858, -89.99795
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,972 (2021)
Projected traffic17,568 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU 2807 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 2807 over Ditch 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 2807 over Ditch carry?

About 13,972 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAU 2807 over Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 2807 over Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.